Hun Manet Meets Leaders of Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Israel to Expand Trade and Investment Ties
Hun Manet Meets Leaders of Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Israel to Expand Trade and Investment Ties
BAKU, October 17, 2026 — Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet held separate bilateral meetings with the presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Israel on the sidelines of the seventh summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA), seeking to strengthen diplomatic relations and expand cooperation in trade, investment, technology and other sectors.
The meetings took place on October 15 in Baku, according to a statement released by Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on October 17.
Cambodia and Kyrgyzstan explore AI and technology cooperation
During his meeting with Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov, Hun Manet discussed expanding cooperation in trade, investment, private-sector development, education, tourism and people-to-people exchanges.
Both leaders placed particular emphasis on human resource development in artificial intelligence (AI) and technology, while expressing their commitment to increasing high-level exchanges between the two countries.
The discussions reflect a shared interest in broadening bilateral ties beyond traditional diplomatic engagement and exploring opportunities in emerging technologies.
Cambodia and Uzbekistan seek broader economic cooperation
In his meeting with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Hun Manet highlighted the longstanding friendship between Cambodia and Uzbekistan, which the two sides noted had developed over the past three decades.
The leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation at all levels by expanding bilateral mechanisms, encouraging private-sector engagement and promoting collaboration in trade, investment, tourism, education and culture.
Their discussions focused on building on existing relations and creating opportunities for closer economic and people-to-people ties.
Cambodia and Israel reaffirm cooperation after more than 60 years
During his meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, Hun Manet and Herzog expressed satisfaction with progress in bilateral relations over more than six decades.
Both leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment, agriculture, education, tourism and labour.
Hun Manet also conveyed greetings from Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni to Herzog and expressed gratitude to the Israeli government for its continued attention and support for Cambodian students and citizens living, working and studying in Israel.
Cambodia pursues wider international partnerships
The three meetings formed part of Hun Manet’s participation in the CICA summit in Baku, providing opportunities for Cambodia to strengthen relations with partners across Central Asia and the Middle East.
The discussions highlighted Cambodia’s interest in expanding economic partnerships, encouraging private-sector participation and developing cooperation in education, technology and tourism.
While the meetings outlined areas for closer collaboration, the Cambodian ministry’s statement did not announce specific new trade agreements or investment commitments resulting from the discussions.
