Tourism Minister Receives British Ambassador to Cambodia

AKP Phnom Penh, May 01, 2025 --

H.E. Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism, received H.E. Dominic Williams, British Ambassador to Cambodia, and his delegation on April 30 for discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in tourism.

During the meeting, both parties exchanged views and strategies to enhance collaboration in the tourism sector, with a focus on creating a favourable environment and attracting more visitors from the United Kingdom.

Key topics included the development of infrastructure connecting tourist destinations, easing travel processes, and promoting Cambodia’s tourism potential both globally and specifically in the UK. Both sides emphasised the importance of sustainable tourism.

The discussion also covered training and capacity building in the tourism industry, efforts to establish direct flights between Cambodia and the UK, the development of eco-tourism, and opportunities to encourage film productions by renowned British and international filmmakers in Cambodia.

Both H.E. Minister and H.E. Ambassador agreed that tourism plays a vital role in deepening the relationship between the people and governments of Cambodia and the United Kingdom.

The steady rise in British tourist arrivals is attributed to Cambodia’s peace, political stability, and public security—factors that make the country a safe and appealing destination for international tourists and investors alike.

In 2024, Cambodia welcomed 115,148 British tourists—an 18.7 percent increase from 96,973 in 2023—according to the Ministry of Tourism.

By Chea Vannak