On June 17, 2026, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk, who are in Beijing for medical check-ups and recuperation, on behalf of President Xi Jinping.

Wang Yi conveyed the warm greetings and best wishes from President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan, noting that the China-Cambodia friendship was forged by King Father Norodom Sihanouk and previous generations of Chinese leaders. This year marks the 70th anniversary of King Father Norodom Sihanouk’s first visit to China. Over the past seven decades, despite changes in the international landscape, the two countries have consistently maintained mutual respect, sincerity and trust, setting a model for state-to-state relations. His Majesty the King has carried forward the King-Father’s tradition of friendship with China and built a profound friendship with President Xi Jinping. Under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, China-Cambodia relations have entered a new stage in building an all-weather community with a shared future in the new era. China stands ready to work with Cambodia to carry forward their traditional friendship, strengthen strategic mutual trust and deepen practical cooperation, delivering greater benefits for both peoples and making new contributions to regional and global peace.

King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk asked Wang Yi to convey their sincere greetings and best wishes to President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan. They expressed appreciation for China’s long-term support, including its well-organized medical arrangements for the Cambodian royal family and assistance for Cambodia’s economic and social development. Cambodia highly values its traditional friendship with China. Regardless of changes in the international situation, Cambodia will remain China’s best friend. They also extended their wishes for China’s prosperity and the well-being of its people.