Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen has lauded Christians for being an inspiration to not just his country, but to the region and the world.
Hun Sen who is from a Buddhists background, advocated for religious freedom during a ceremony commemorating Cambodia’s 100th Gospel Celebration (1923-2023). He said his government is all for combating religious discrimination.
“This gathering contributes to upholding Christian harmony in Cambodia and maintains political stability and public order while offering reassurance to its attendees, both mentally and spiritually,” he said.
Hun Sen is the longest serving Prime Minister in Cambodia and noted that the gathering demonstrated the growth of Christianity in Cambodia, a primarily Buddhist country.
“Because the Kingdom has found peace, the faithful have the opportunity to gather and exchange points of view, share good experiences and strengthen their cooperation,” he told those in attendance at the event.
There are currently 114,402 registered Christians in Cambodia. They have been instrumental in helping the country to maintain peace, political stability and public order.
“Many Christians also participate in many social activities through education, humanitarian activity and operations with the government, often through NGOs. They support the government to build schools, roads, bridges and water wells, and share humanitarian gifts with children, orphans and the elderly. I appreciate the love that Christians have for the people of Cambodia,” Hun Sen said.
