Melbourne, Australia: In a display of support and camaraderie, Cambodian communities throughout Australia and New Zealand warmly welcomed Cambodia's Prime Minister, Hun Manet, and his spouse, First Lady Dr. Pich Chanmony Hun Manet, to Melbourne on Sunday, 3rd of March. This significant visit comes just before the highly anticipated ASEAN-Australia Special Summit, which is set to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the ASEAN-Australia Dialogue Relations from March 4-6 in Melbourne.

The reception of Prime Minister Hun Manet and First Lady Dr. Pich Chanmony Hun Manet by the Cambodian diaspora underscores the deep connections and ongoing support that link Cambodia with its communities abroad. The Prime Minister’s visit, especially in the context of such a pivotal regional summit, highlights the importance of Australia and New Zealand as key partners in the broader ASEAN dialogue and cooperation framework.

This visit not only serves as an opportunity for the Cambodian leadership to engage with their nationals living overseas but also plays a critical role in strengthening bilateral relations and fostering dialogue on important regional and international issues.

As leaders and community members alike gather in Melbourne for this historic summit, the Cambodian diaspora's warm welcome for their Prime Minister and First Lady exemplifies the strong ties and enduring spirit of support that exist within the Cambodian community, transcending borders and continents.