Phnom Sruoch:Prime Minister Hun Manet has declared that youth completing military service will emerge as an inexhaustible source of human resources, instilled with a deep sense of patriotism.

According to Ministry of Information Kingdom of Cambodia, His Excellency President Hun Sen presided over the opening ceremony of the first generation of military conscription training for 2026 on November 9. This significant event took place at the Coastal Defense Command Training School in Phnom Sruoch District, Kampong Speu Province.

During the ceremony, the King pointed out that the enforcement of the military duty law is a strategic move by the Royal Government to enhance human capital in national defense. The training aims to instill a love for the nation and homeland in young people, as well as respect for the law, discipline, and a readiness to serve the nation under any circumstances.

The King further noted that the training would equip young people with valuable life skills, including self-management, time management, practical problem-solving, and the ability to live in harmony with others, fostering a spirit of brotherhood and leadership.