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Prime Minister Hun Manet, with his father, former Prime Minister Hun Sen, and CPP members attend the 46th anniversary of Victory Day in Phnom Penh, on January 7, 2025. (CamboJA/Pring Samrang)

CPP President Proud of Hun Manet as Prime Minister, Made Right Decision to Transfer Power to Him

Today marks the 46th anniversary of “January 7th” or “Victory Day” to commemorate the end of the genocidal regime under the Khmer Rouge. Hun Sen, president of Cambodian People’s Party (CPP), was proud that the new government, led by his eldest son Hun Manet, showed great achievements with development, especially with regards to economic growth and political stability. He said he initially empathised with the public over concerns about the transfer of power.
Prime Minister Hun Manet, with his father, former Prime Minister Hun Sen, and CPP members attend the 46th anniversary of Victory Day in Phnom Penh, on January 7, 2025. (CamboJA/Pring Samrang)

CPP President Proud of Hun Manet as Prime Minister, Made Right Decision to Transfer Power to Him

Today marks the 46th anniversary of “January 7th” or “Victory Day” to commemorate the end of the genocidal regime under the Khmer Rouge. Hun Sen, president of Cambodian People’s Party (CPP), was proud that the new government, led by his eldest son Hun Manet, showed great achievements with development, especially with regards to economic growth and political stability. He said he initially empathised with the public over concerns about the transfer of power.
National Assembly members vote to approve the 2025 national budget on November 27, 2024. (Photo by National Assembly)

2025 Budget Approved; Defense leads, Health Funds Cut

Cambodia’s National Assembly approved the 2025 budget on November 27, raising overall spending with boosts to defense, the Interior Ministry, and some public service sectors like Water Resources, while trimming funds for others. However, civil society members have expressed concern about the cuts to the health and environment ministries.