Phnom Penh, March 21, 2024 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has extended his warmest congratulations to Prabowo Subianto upon his election as the President of the Republic of Indonesia. This gesture underscores the strong ties and mutual respect between Cambodia and Indonesia, as well as their shared aspirations for regional prosperity and stability.

In a heartfelt message on behalf of the Cambodian government and its people, Prime Minister Hun Manet praised President Prabowo Subianto's significant victory in the Indonesian presidential election held on February 14, 2024. He commended the election's outcome as a testament to President Subianto’s leadership and his dedication to advancing progress and prosperity for Indonesia.

Prime Minister Hun Manet emphasized the deep-rooted friendship and productive cooperation that have characterized the relationship between Cambodia and Indonesia for over 65 years. He highlighted the broad spectrum of collaboration spanning political, security, economic, and socio-cultural sectors, which has continually strengthened over the decades.

Looking to the future, Prime Minister Hun Manet expressed his eagerness to work closely with President Prabowo Subianto in both bilateral and multilateral settings. He voiced his commitment to further enrich the longstanding friendship between the two nations, aiming to enhance the well-being and prosperity of their peoples. This collaboration, he noted, would contribute significantly to the peace, stability, and sustainable development of the region and the world at large.

This congratulatory message not only reaffirms the historic ties between Cambodia and Indonesia but also signals both leaders’ intentions to deepen cooperation and friendship, thereby fostering a more prosperous and stable Southeast Asia.