New Zealand and Cambodia Strengthen Ties with High-Level Diplomatic Visit
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Published: 13 March 2026 | Views: 39
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has welcomed Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn to New Zealand.
It is the first high-level visit to New Zealand by a Cambodian Minister since 2019 and signals a deepening of the New Zealand-Cambodia relationship.
Cambodia is a steadfast and trusted partner of New Zealand in the Indo-Pacific region, Mr Peters says.
We collaborate on development, work together in regional and multilateral forums, and there are close links between our people in areas such as development and education.
Deputy Prime Minister Prak’s visit to New Zealand closely follows our visit to Cambodia in November, demonstrating our mutual commitment to the relationship, Mr Peters says.
During their talks in Auckland, Mr Peters announced NZ$7.5 million in additional support for mine clearance, risk reduction and access to victim assistance in Cambodia.
Discussions also focused on geostrategic challenges and the shared commitment to the rules-based international system and promotion of regional peace, security and prosperity.