Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet shared that during a recent ASEAN Summit in Laos, he met with other world leaders to promote the kingdom’s rice exports, speaking on Oct. 14 during the 20th-anniversary celebration of Cambodia’s accession to WTO at Sokha Phnom Penh Hotel.
“At the ASEAN meeting, we are negotiating to export rice to the Philippines and other countries to open new markets.
Negotiation is not easy; it’s more than just reaching an agreement—it requires consistent follow-up to ensure implementation,” he underlined.
On the occasion, Hun Manet explained that the head of state handles the political arena, the ministry handles negotiations, and the farmers are the actual producers. He urged farmers to enhance their capabilities to meet market demands rather than relying on favours.
According to the Cambodian Rice Federation on Monday, Cambodia exported 445,913 tonnes of rice in the first three quarters of 2024, earning some $335 million in revenue. Fresh News
