Phnom Penh, Sept. 8 -- Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has extended his warmest congratulations to Anutin Charnvirakul on his election as the 32nd Prime Minister of Thailand, expressing optimism for strengthened ties between the two neighboring nations, according to the Khmer Times.

In a formal message sent to Bangkok on September 7, Hun Manet hailed Anutin's victory as "a reflection of the strong confidence in your leadership", adding that he believed Thailand would "achieve greater progress" under his stewardship.

Highlighting the close geographical, historical, and cultural bonds between Cambodia and Thailand, Hun Manet underlined the importance of "peace, harmonious coexistence, and shared prosperity" for both peoples.

He expres...