Outgoing Singaporean Ambassador to Cambodia Expresses Strong Confidence that Cambodia–Singapore Relations and Cooperation Will Continue to Grow
Outgoing Singaporean Ambassador to Cambodia Expresses Strong Confidence that Cambodia–Singapore Relations and Cooperation Will Continue to Grow
On the morning of 2 March 2026, Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei HUN Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, received a farewell call from Her Excellency Ms TEO Lay Cheng, Ambassador of the Republic of Singapore to the Kingdom of Cambodia.
During the meeting, Her Excellency the Ambassador expressed her deep gratitude to Samdech Thipadei for taking time out of his busy schedule to receive her and her delegation. She also conveyed her appreciation to the Royal Government of Cambodia and relevant ministries for their support in strengthening Cambodia–Singapore relations throughout her tenure. The Ambassador expressed her satisfaction and high appreciation for the excellent cooperation between the two countries and noted her pride in completing her diplomatic mission in Cambodia, during which she witnessed the country’s significant achievements, including its effective response to COVID-19, the successful hosting of the ASEAN Summit and related meetings, as well as the organisation of the SEA Games and the ASEAN Para Games. She reaffirmed her strong belief that relations and cooperation between the two countries will continue to grow.
In response, Samdech Thipadei highly commended the contributions of Her Excellency Ms TEO Lay Cheng to strengthening the ties between Cambodia and Singapore. He also congratulated her on her new position. Samdech Thipadei expressed his high appreciation for Singapore’s role in supporting and promoting efforts towards a ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand. On this occasion, the Prime Minister highlighted the significant potential for Cambodia and Singapore to further strengthen and expand their cooperation in key areas, including the economy, trade and investment, education, and vocational training.
Regarding the Cambodia–Thailand border issue, Samdech Thipadei briefed Her Excellency on recent developments and emphasised Cambodia’s firm commitment to resolving border issues peacefully, in accordance with international law, relevant conventions and treaties, and existing bilateral agreements. Her Excellency expressed her hope that the matter would be resolved through peaceful means.
SP-STPM Unofficial Translation
