On the afternoon of 30 June 2026, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, chaired the 47th Extraordinary Ministerial Conference of La Francophonie in Paris.
30 Jun 2026
On the afternoon of 30 June 2026, His Excellency Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, chaired the 47th Extraordinary Ministerial Conference of La Francophonie in Paris. The conference was attended, both in person and virtually, by Foreign Ministers and Ministers in charge of Francophone Affairs from all 53 member states.
This conference was structured into two strategic sessions: Session I : Presentations by candidates for the position of Secretary-General of the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF), followed by an interactive questions and answers. Each candidate is required to present their strategic vision for leading the Organization and engaged in dialogue with the participating delegations. Session II : A retreat meeting for Ministers/Heads of Delegation to exchange views and formulate recommendations. These recommendations will be submitted to their respective Heads of State and Government for the final decision on the appointment of the next OIF Secretary-General.
With regard to the upcoming 20th Francophonie Summit, to be held under the theme "Reinvesting in Peace for Shared Prosperity and Sustainable Stability", His Excellency the Deputy Prime Minister reaffirmed Cambodia's readiness, as the host country, to warmly welcome and extend its hospitality to all international delegations attending the Summit from 15 to 16 November 2026. Cambodia remains steadfastly committed to working closely with all partners to ensure that this historic Summit proceeds smoothly, delivers fruitful outcomes, and achieves a resounding success.
On the evening of the same day, His Excellency the Deputy Prime Minister also hosted a reception for the conference delegations at the residence of the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia in Paris.
