Hun Sen, President of the Senate and the Cambodian People’s Party, commended the leadership of the seventh-mandate Royal Government, led by Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, for their performance over the past 16 months, speaking on Tuesday (Jan. 7) at the 46th Anniversary of January 7 Victory Day.
He stated that the leadership has achieved results beyond expectations, demonstrating greater effectiveness than the previous generation. He emphasised their potential, energy, resources, and strong determination to successfully lead Cambodia forward.
He also praised the 7th-term Royal Government for its strong sense of responsibility and determination in fulfilling its mission. He emphasised the government’s efforts to accelerate socio-economic growth, implement deeper and broader reforms, and drive development toward achieving Cambodia’s vision of becoming an upper-middle-income country by 2030 and a high-income country by 2050.
On the occasion, Hun Sen affirmed that the decision by the King and the Cambodian People’s Party to transfer leadership to younger leaders was the right choice for ensuring national sustainability, peace, and long-term development. He emphasised that 46 years after the fall of the genocidal regime, the spirit of the January 7 victory continues to inspire solidarity, determination, and hope for Cambodia’s stability and progress.
Reflecting on his resignation as Prime Minister on 22 August 2023, he acknowledged initial concerns about leadership transition but noted that the energetic and capable leadership of the new generation has eased those worries, ensuring continued confidence in Cambodia’s future.
Hun Sen stated, “The achievements of the successors over the past 16 months clearly demonstrate that the Royal Government under their leadership has performed beyond expectations.”
Hun Sen reflected on his extensive experience since 1985, noting that the new generation of leaders has demonstrated faster and more effective governance compared to the previous generation. He clarified that this comparison is not about continuity but the impact of age, as older leaders naturally operated at a slower pace than the current younger leaders.
It should be noted that the seventh-mandate Royal Government, led by Prime Minister Hun Manet, assumed leadership of Cambodia on 22 August 2023.
Under his guidance, the government has implemented a strategic, comprehensive policy with a clear long-term vision and ambitious goals to serve the nation and its people. With ample resources, energy, and determination, the government has, in just 16 months, achieved significant success in maintaining peace and political stability.Fresh News
