On Thursday morning, January 22, 2026, His Excellency Lieutenant General Dok Sopha, Rector of the National Defence University, received the outgoing and incoming Australian Defence Attachés at his office for a courtesy meeting, introductions, and a farewell. During the meeting, His Excellency the Rector highly appreciated the significant and positive contributions of Lieutenant Commander Karleah Fitzpatrick, the outgoing Australian Defence Attaché, to Cambodia–Australia bilateral military cooperation, particularly in the field of military education. At the same time, His Excellency the Rector extended a warm welcome to Major Henry Dudley-Warde, the newly appointed Australian Defence Attaché, and expressed strong confidence and optimism that bilateral cooperation would continue to expand and deepen during his term of office.

The National Defense University would like to inform the public that, on behalf of the National Working Group for Meanchey Commune, Prasat Bakong District, Siem Reap Province, on Sunday, February 8, 2026, the National Defense University, in cooperation with the Prasat Bakong District Administration, will organize the “Fishing Festival of the Villagers of Bangkong” in Prasat Bakong District, Siem Reap Province. On this occasion, we respectfully invite Your Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, and distinguished national and international guests to honor the event with your presence and participate together in this meaningful traditional festival.

Under the close attention of His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defense University, and His Excellency Major General Tep Chamroeun Samedy, Director of the Department of Geography, Ministry of National Defense, both institutions, as military higher education institutions and military geography expert institutions, have jointly conducted a short course on the use of topographic maps developed by the Department of Geography. The main objective of the course is to strengthen and enhance professional capabilities, as well as to raise awareness and understanding of military geography among staff and military lecturers of the National Defense University. The course was conducted from January 19 to 23, 2026, at the auditorium of the National Defense University.

At the invitation of Phnom Penh International University (PPIU), on Wednesday morning, January 14, 2026, His Excellency Lieutenant General Dok Sopha, Rector of the National Defense University, led a senior delegation from the National Defense University to hold a working meeting with a delegation from Phnom Penh International University, led by His Excellency Dr. Tep Kolap, Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Rector of Phnom Penh International University. The meeting reviewed the progress of bilateral cooperation and explored opportunities to further expand the partnership.

The National Defense University would like to express its deepest gratitude for the distinguished presence of the First Lady of Cambodia, Her Excellency Dr. Pich Chanmony Hun Manet, who graciously took the time to personally encourage the medical team, military families, and citizens participating in the voluntary blood donation event at the National Defense University, an initiative of the Samdech Techo Youth Volunteer Doctors Association (TYDA)

To encourage our frontline troops fighting against the Siamese invaders, support victims along the border, and contribute to safeguarding the territorial integrity of our Cambodian homeland, all compatriots are invited to participate in a voluntary blood donation on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the National Defense University. This initiative is organized by the Samdech Techo Youth Volunteer Doctors Association (TYDA). Please scan the QR code in the information leaflet below to pre-register by following the simple steps provided.

The Intermediate Law of Armed Conflict Course, jointly organized by the National Defence University and the Canadian Defence Academy, was successfully concluded under the distinguished presidency of His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defence University.

On the afternoon of Wednesday, December 3, 2025, the College of Social Sciences and Languages organized a presentation program on the results of the General English Program students’ study tour to Kep and Kampot provinces. The event was held under the high chairmanship of His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defense University, and was joined by Lieutenant Commander Karleah Fitzpatrick, Assistant Australian Defense Attaché to Cambodia. It is worth noting that this study tour is an annual program sponsored by the Australian Defence Force, aimed at encouraging outstanding students with strong academic discipline to gain broader knowledge of the geography, history, and culture of various regions of Cambodia.

After receiving the high-level authorization from His Excellency General Tea Seiha, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense, the National Defense University, together with the Canadian Defence Academy, organized the Intermediate Law of Armed Conflict Course for 30 National Defence Training students and Master’s Degree students in Military Science. The five-day course, held from 1–5 December 2025, aims to strengthen participants’ understanding of the legal principles governing both international and non-international armed conflicts.

On the afternoon of Thursday, November 20, 2025, the National Defense University, as the host and chair of the meeting, officially closed the 27th ASEAN Regional Forum Heads of Defence Universities, Colleges, and Institutions Meeting (ARF-HDUCIM). During the ceremony, it formally handed over the chairmanship of the 28th ARF-HDUCIM to the Canadian Defence Academy, which will host and co-chair the event with the Philippine defense institution in October 2026 in Canada.

On Wednesday morning, 19 November 2025, the National Defense University held the official opening ceremony of the 27th ASEAN Regional Forum Heads of Defence Universities, Colleges, and Institutions Meeting (ARF-HDUCIM) under the high chairmanship of His Excellency General Tea Seiha, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense, at the Sokha Hotel in Phnom Penh. It is also noted that, in accordance with the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the organization of the ARF-HDUCIM—approved and put into effect during the 10th ARF-HDUCIM in Kuala Lumpur on 7 September 2006—the National Defense University, as host and co-chair alongside the Canadian Military Academy, will convene the 27th ARF-HDUCIM with delegates from 17 countries and institutions from 18–22 November 2025 at the Sokha Hotel in Phnom Penh.

In addition to the plenary session of the 27th ASEAN Regional Forum Heads of Defence Universities, Colleges, and Institutions Meeting (27th ARF HDUCIM), the National Defence University as the host and co-chair alongside the Canadian Defence Academy, also coordinated 21 formal bilateral meetings requested by delegates from participating countries. The high number of bilateral engagements underscores the significance of the 27th ARF HDUCIM, which functions not only as a platform for international military education but also as an important avenue for military diplomacy that supports the promotion of security, peace, and stability across the region.