Phnom Penh:The Kingdom of Cambodia is set to host a historic visit from H.E. Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, accompanied by First Lady Brigitte Macron. The State Visit is scheduled from November 14 to 16, 2026, and will coincide with President Macron's participation in the 20th Francophonie Summit.

According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, this visit is at the invitation of His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia. During his time in Cambodia, President Macron will meet with key leaders, including His Majesty the King at the Royal Palace, Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate, and Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister.

The visit will also feature President Macron and His Majesty the King presiding over the closing ceremony of the renovation project of the Western Mebon Temple in Siem Reap. This visit marks a significant event as it is the first of its kind since the visits of President Charles de Gaulle in 1966 and President François Mitterrand in 1993.

Several agreements and cooperation documents covering economy, investment, culture, and defense are expected to be signed during this visit. These agreements aim to strengthen the traditional friendship between Cambodia and France and to foster mutually beneficial cooperation between the two nations.