AKP Phnom Penh, October 26, 2026 —

Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of Cambodia and the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP), has extended congratulations to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Speaker of the Grand National Assembly Prof. Dr. Numan Kurtulmuş on the 103rd anniversary of the Proclamation of the Republic of Türkiye.

In separate congratulatory letters dated Oct. 26, Samdech Techo Hun Sen conveyed his warmest wishes to the Turkish leaders, the Government, the Grand National Assembly and the friendly people of Türkiye on the auspicious occasion.

In his message to President Erdoğan, the Senate President praised Türkiye’s remarkable achievements and growing international prominence, particularly in the fields of economy, technology, defence, culture and international relations. He described these accomplishments as a testament to the resilience, determination and dynamism of the Turkish people and expressed confidence that, under President Erdoğan’s leadership, Türkiye would continue to achieve greater prosperity and strengthen its role on the regional and international stages.

Samdech Techo Hun Sen also highlighted the steady strengthening of friendship and cooperation between Cambodia and Türkiye, noting the tangible benefits these relations have brought to both countries and their peoples. He particularly welcomed the successful working visit of Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet to Türkiye earlier this month, which reaffirmed the two countries’ shared commitment to deepening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

In his letter to Speaker Kurtulmuş, Samdech Techo Hun Sen commended Türkiye’s achievements in socio-economic development and its growing prominence internationally. He also acknowledged the historic role of the Grand National Assembly in the founding of the Republic, noting the importance of preserving its legacy and traditions while advancing national aspirations and the well-being of the Turkish people.

He reaffirmed his commitment to working closely with Speaker Kurtulmuş to strengthen relations between the legislative institutions of Cambodia and Türkiye and promote closer parliamentary cooperation and exchanges.

Samdech Techo Hun Sen expressed confidence that continued engagement through bilateral and multilateral parliamentary frameworks would further deepen the partnership and contribute to peace, stability and shared prosperity in both regions and beyond.

In both letters, he extended his best wishes for the Turkish leaders’ continued good health, happiness and success, as well as for lasting peace, progress and prosperity for the people of Türkiye.

By C. Nika