Anand: Canada and Cambodia to strengthen trade cooperation
Phnom Penh, November 15 (Hibya) – Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand met with Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn to discuss expanding trade between the two countries. Anand stated that the conclusion of negotiations on a free trade agreement between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Canada would create new opportunities.
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand met with Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia.
Anand said that during the meeting, they congratulated Cambodia on assuming the presidency of the Francophonie Summit this year and discussed opportunities to increase trade between the two countries.
Describing the conclusion of negotiations on the free trade agreement between ASEAN and Canada as an important step, Anand stated that Canada would work closely with ASEAN member states, including Cambodia.
Anand noted that the cooperation aims to create new opportunities for Canadian businesses and enterprises in ASEAN member countries.
British News Agency