Over 1,200 Journalists Register to Cover Cambodia’s 20th Francophonie Summit
Over 1,200 Journalists Register to Cover Cambodia’s 20th Francophonie Summit
PHNOM PENH, November 10, 2026 – Cambodia has registered more than 1,200 local and international journalists to cover the 20th Francophonie Summit, as preparations intensify for the high-level gathering scheduled to take place in Phnom Penh on November 15–16.
Minister of Information Neth Pheaktra chaired a coordination meeting on Tuesday with the Information and Publicity Sub-Committee and Oria Kije Vandeweghe, Communications Director and Spokesperson of the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF), to review final media arrangements ahead of the summit.
The meeting brought together senior officials from the Ministries of Information, Tourism, Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and Post and Telecommunications, as well as the head of the Cambodian Government Spokesperson Unit.
Pheaktra said discussions focused on arrangements for journalists, including access to meeting rooms, media facilities and programmes that could be broadcast live. He confirmed that the summit media centre had already been established to support local and international media.
He added that the OIF representative would serve as the summit’s spokesperson, while Cambodian officials would provide information and respond to questions concerning the Kingdom. Both sides would coordinate to ensure consistent messaging and effective communication throughout the event.
More than 20 countries to send top leaders
More than 20 countries have confirmed that their top leaders, including heads of state, presidents and prime ministers, will attend the summit in Phnom Penh.
According to the latest figures provided, 79 countries and governments had confirmed their participation, with registration still ongoing.
The OIF comprises 90 member states and governments, including 53 full members, five associate members and 32 observers, collectively representing approximately 320 million people.
Preparations also cover a range of Francophonie-related activities in culture, education, economics and diplomacy. These events aim to promote the French language, celebrate linguistic and cultural diversity, and strengthen cooperation among French-speaking nations.
Summit to focus on peace and shared prosperity
The 20th Francophonie Summit will be held on November 15 and 16 under the theme “Reinvest in Peace for Shared Prosperity and Sustainable Stability”.
The gathering will bring together leaders and representatives from Francophone countries to discuss common challenges, cooperation and shared priorities.
With more than 1,200 journalists registered and participation confirmed by 79 countries and governments, Cambodia is entering the final stage of preparations for one of its major international diplomatic events.
