Monday, November 8, 2010

Open Letter to Wu Bangguo, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress

Your Excellency Wu Bangguo
Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress,
People's Republic of China

Dear Mr. Chairman,

On behalf of Khmer people everywhere, please allow me to express our utmost gratitude to the Government and the People of China for their enduring friendship and unconditional supports for Cambodia throughout past difficult years and in present days.

Over the years, China's continuous flow of generous aids to Cambodia's economy and infrastructure have been vital to Cambodia's ongoing progress and development. Thanks to China's steadfast and stalwart friendship, our small and vulnerable nation is able to survive, and grow stronger and more autonomous each day.

Growing number of Khmers at home and abroad wholeheartedly look to China as a, if not the only, dependable and long term strategic partner in the region. The geographical proximity coupled with outstanding historical relationship between our two countries inherently make China Cambodia's most trusted and valuable friend who will continue to share many common and mutual interests for years to come.

In view of reinforcing the strong tight between our two countries into the future, China’s aids to Cambodia should be directed toward long term human resource and rural social development. Particularly, China is in a unique position to put in place government exchange programs whereby Cambodian government officials can exchange their experiences with and learn from Chinese counterparts. China can also assume leading role in sponsoring educational programs for Cambodia’s youth. Last but not least, China participation in social development in the rural such as subsidizing local community schools, cultural centers, mobile medical clinics or local community radio stations will have lasting benefits.

Khmers are trustworthy and loyal people, and we will always remember those who came to our rescue during the trying times. From the bottom of our heart, Your Excellency, please accept our highest respect and utmost gratitude.

Respectfully yours,

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