Day: March 11, 2024

Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, received a courtesy visit from H.E. Gobind Singh Deo, Minister of Digital of Malaysia, at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh this afternoon.

On the occasion, H.E. Gobind Singh Deo commended the Cambodian Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications for the good and successful organisation of the Digital Government Forum 2024 and the inaugural Cambodia-International Digital Government and Digital Technology Exhibition, and expressed his optimism that Cambodia will achieve the building of a digital economy and society in the future.

The Malaysian minister hoped that the forum would continue to be held in all ASEAN countries so that ASEAN participants could meet and sharpen discussions to ensure digital connectivity.

ASEAN countries are ready to contribute to promoting the digital sector, digital government, digital economy and towards a digital society with the growth of digital security protection to be able to prevent cyber crimes
and cross-border crimes, he affirmed.

For his part, Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet expressed warm welcome to H.E. Gobind Singh Deo, and thanked him for his participation in the Digital Government Forum 2024 and the inaugural Cambodia-International Digital Government and Digital Technology Exhibition. The forum is very important for finding ways for digital connectivity at present and in the future, and it will become a platform for further use in ASEAN digital affairs to build and develop digital infrastructure and connect ASEAN countries, he stressed.

The Cambodian Premier also emphasised that ensuring a strong digital connectivity in the ASEAN region requires the strengthening of digital security, and accurate and reliable regulations.

Samdech Thipadei also took the opportunity to ask the Malaysian delegation to learn more about Cambodia’s potential in tourism and other sectors in order to bring the reality of Cambodia to other ASEAN countries, especially the tourists and business people.

Source: Agence Ka
mpuchea Presse

Beautiful and a popular American singer Taylor Swift promoted the Angkor Wat temple zone of the Kingdom of Cambodia in her album to the world, according to a post on the ASEAN Society and Culture Facebook page.

Taylor Swift released her second surprise album of the year entitled ‘evermore’, said the source, adding that one track on the 17-song album is a tribute to her grandmother, Marjorie Finlay, an opera singer who died in 2003, and includes backing vocals from her late grandmother.

The song’s video has caused surprise in Cambodia, presumably from the early-mid 1960s of Majorie at what appears to be beautiful Angkor Wat Temple of Cambodia, the page continued.

Built in the 12th century by King Suryavarman II (1112-1152AD), Angkor Wat Temple is the largest religious monument in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Last year, the temple was crowned the eighth wonder of the world by beating Italy’s Pompeii, said the Time of India Travel, indicating that Eighth Wonder of the World is an unofficial t
itle given to new buildings or projects or designs, among others.

Angkor Wat was originally dedicated to the Hindu deity Vishnu. However, overtime, it transformed into a Buddhist temple. The transition from Hinduism to Buddhism is evident in the intricate carvings that adorn the temple walls, depicting scenes from Hindu and Buddhist mythology.

What makes Angkor Wat the eighth wonder of the world is its architectural brilliance. The temple spans an area of approximately 500 acres, with a massive moat surrounding its outer walls. The central temple complex is a marvel of symmetry and precision, featuring five lotus-shaped towers that represent Mount Meru, the mythical abode of the gods in Hindu and Buddhist cosmology.

The intricate bas-reliefs that adorn the walls of Angkor Wat are like an ancient visual encyclopedia, depicting scenes from Hindu epics, historical events, and the daily life of the Khmer people. The level of detail in these carvings is awe-inspiring, showcasing the skill and craftsmanship of t
he artisans who worked on this colossal project.

One of the most iconic experiences at Angkor Wat is witnessing the sunrise over its majestic towers. As dawn breaks, the temple is soaked in shades of pink, orange, and gold, creating a breathtaking spectacle.

Beyond its architectural splendor, Angkor Wat holds immense cultural and spiritual significance. The temple remains an active religious site, attracting Buddhist monks and devotees who come to pay their respects and engage in prayer and meditation.

Source: Agence Kampuchea Presse

Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet this evening sent a message to the Muslim community, expressing his congratulations to them on the Ramadan.

‘On behalf of the Royal Government of Cambodia of the 7th legislature of the National Assembly, my wife and I would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all Cambodian Muslims residing within Cambodia and abroad, as well as to all the Muslim people around the world, on the commencement of the sacred month of Ramadan, beginning on Tuesday, the 12th of March 2024, in Cambodia,’ he stated in his message.

Samdech Thipadei Prime Minister expressed his profound appreciation to all Cambodian Muslims as well as all the Cambodian people, for their contributions to maintaining peace, and racial and religious harmonisation, and for the unwavering trust in his leadership, in that of Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the Supreme Privy Council to His Majesty the King, and the former Prime Minister, as w
ell as in that of the Cambodian People’s Party.

‘Building upon the initiatives of the preceding legislature, and as a testament to the Royal Government’s commitment to supporting the religious practices of our Muslim citizens, the Royal Government will organise the 8th National Ramadan Iftar Dinner in Phnom Penh, on March 21, 2024, with the participation of approximately 6,200 national and international guests,’ he underlined.

This year’s gathering will be enriched by the participation of over 400 esteemed individuals from 39 different nationalities, including a representative of the Secretary General of the Organisation for Islamic Cooperation (OIC), H.E. Wan Muhamadnoor Matha, President of the National Assembly of the Kingdom of Thailand, and former senior leaders from neighbouring countries, Samdech Thipadei pointed out.

‘Once again, I would like to convey my heartfelt wishes of happiness and success to all Cambodian Muslims residing within Cambodia and abroad, as well as to all Muslims worldwide, as th
ey observe the religious practices of Ramadan 2024,’ concluded the Premier.

Ramadan is the holy month of the Muslim communities, which is determined by the sighting of the new moon. During this holy month, Muslims abstain from food, drink, and other physical needs to purify the soul, refocus attention to their faith, and practice self-sacrifice. The Iftar is the evening meal Muslims have to break their fast during Ramadan.

Source: Agence Kampuchea Presse