Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen has renewed his call on countries to open international trades and uphold multilateralism in order to rebuild a resilient global economy in the post-COVID-19 era.
Speaking at the second Seoul Summit of Partnering for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 via videoconference, Hun Sen said Cambodia was a strong supporter of free trade and multilateralism.
He said the world needs to “continue to promote and support the principles of globalisation through openness in international trades.
According to him, this is to enhance trade and economic growth, as well as to adhere to a multilateralism framework in addressing issues in all areas, especially related to climate change.
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The summit has as its theme “Promoting Inclusive Green Recovery’’ from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hun Sen said countries need to strengthen and expand regional and international cooperation in relation to sustainable development.
According to him, countries also need to promote the concept of green development, particularly in agriculture, urbanisation, transportation infrastructure, circular economy, digital economy and renewable energy.