4:00 PM, August 29, 2025
Intervention by H.E. Pen Bona, Royal Government Spokesperson
Allow me to read the letters of the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia addressed to the Honorable Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, on the occasion of the 68th anniversary of Malaysia’s National Day.
Your Excellency,
On behalf of the Royal Government and the people of Cambodia, it is my great pleasure to extend my warmest congratulations to you, the Government, and the friendly people of Malaysia on the joyous occasion of the 68th Anniversary of Malaysia’s National Day. As a vibrant and multicultural society, Malaysia stands as a shining example of unity and harmony in our region, playing a prominent role on both regional and global stages.
Cambodia and Malaysia have enjoyed close and friendly relations over the past decades. Our friendship and partnership, founded on mutual respect, trust, and a long-standing tradition of cooperation, have continued to flourish through our joint efforts. Guided by our common aspirations and shared interests, the relationship between Cambodia and Malaysia will continue to grow stronger and bring even greater benefits to our peoples, while also contributing to the advancement of building the ASEAN Community.
I would like to take this opportunity to express our deep gratitude for Malaysia’s ongoing support and proactive engagement in helping to resolve the Cambodia-Thailand border dispute, in its capacity as an ASEAN Chair 2025. With your invaluable contribution, the ExtraordinaryMeeting of the General Border Committee between Cambodia and Thailand, held on 7 August 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, has brought new hope for lasting peace in our region.
Cambodia remains firmly committed to peaceful coexistence and regional harmony and will continue to pursue the resolution of all boundary disputes with its neighbors through peaceful means and in full accordance with international law.
Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration and best wishes for your continued good health, happiness, and success in your endeavors.
