New Bilingual Book “Le Sourire du peuple cambodgien” Launched to Showcase Cambodia’s Heritage Ahead of the Francophonie Summit

AseanTop — Cambodian Ministry of Information hosted a press conference on November 2, 2026, presided over by Neth Pheaktra, Minister of information, to introduce the bilingual book Le Sourire du peuple cambodgien (The Smile of the Cambodian People). Published in both Khmer and French, the 200-page publication serves as a cultural bridge ahead of Cambodia’s hosting of the upcoming 2026 Francophonie Summit.

The book invites international readers to explore Cambodia beyond world-famous temples like Angkor, highlighting the daily life, hospitality, traditions, cuisine, and history of the Cambodian people. The "smile" at the heart of the book represents warmth and personal connection, emphasizing that true understanding comes from interpersonal engagement rather than statistics and tourist attractions alone. Jointly produced by ThmeyThmey Media Group and Sipar Publishing, the work features contributions from both Cambodian and international writers to foster cross-cultural awareness and appreciation of Khmer civilization.

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