Phnom Penh:Cambodia and Russia have reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation, particularly in the areas of security and defense, for the mutual benefit of both nations.

According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the commitment was highlighted during a courtesy call and working meeting between Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet and H.E. Major General MARKOVCHIN Sergei Grigorievich, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Ground Forces for Military and Political Work. The meeting took place at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh on Wednesday.

During the discussions, the Russian general provided an update on the progress in security and defense cooperation between the two countries. He praised the longstanding bilateral relations and pledged to continue nurturing and expanding cooperation to make it stronger, more dynamic, and sustainable.

In response, Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei expressed his appreciation to the Russian Federation for its ongoing support in training and developing Cambodian human resources over the years. He reaffirmed the Royal Government's support for further strengthening and expanding bilateral cooperation in the defense sector.

Both sides also discussed ways to promote security and defense cooperation, including through continued exchanges of visits by military officers and the sharing of experience, knowledge, and expertise to complement each other's strengths and serve the common interests of both countries.