On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, following classroom-based theoretical studies, the National Defence University organized a field visit for students of the 19th National Defense Training Course. The group traveled to the training field in Prey Nop District, Preah Sihanouk Province, where they gained practical experience and compared their theoretical knowledge with real-world applications on site.
On the evening of Monday, September 29, 2025, His Excellency Lieutenant General Dok Sopha, Rector of the National Defence University, held a virtual bilateral meeting with His Excellency Major General Jeannot Boucher, Commander of the Canadian Defence Academy. The meeting addressed the following matters: - A courtesy call and introductions, noting that His Excellency Major General Jeannot Boucher has recently been appointed as Commander of the Canadian Defence Academy, succeeding His Excellency Major General Denis O'Reilly, who will take up new responsibilities. - Updates on the progress of preparations for the 27th ASEAN Regional Forum Heads of Defence Universities, Colleges, and Institutions Meeting, which Cambodia will host and co-chair with Canada. - Exploration of opportunities for expanding future cooperation, including the possibility of inviting the Commander of the Canadian Defence Academy to deliver a lecture at the National Defence University. It should be noted that from November 18–21, 2025, the National Defence University will host and co-chair with Canada the 27th ASEAN Regional Forum Heads of Defence Universities, Colleges, and Institutions Meeting, with the participation of 27 countries.
Under the guidance and close attention of His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defence University and Chairman of the Youth Board of the National Defence University, the National Defence University Youth Team took part in the Khmer Products Exhibition under the theme “Khmer Made: Participate, Promote, Support Local Products.” The event was organized by the Union of Cambodian Youth Federations (UCYF) and held from 26–28 September 2025 at the Koh Pich Exhibition and Convention Center. This program was organized with the objective of showcasing local products in order to encourage participation, promotion, and support for Cambodian goods—key factors in strengthening domestic production capacity, creating opportunities for Cambodian citizens, and stimulating national economic growth. The exhibition also served as a platform for local traders, businesspeople, entrepreneurs, and companies to display and promote their products, while fostering connections with potential business partners. Furthermore, the Cambodian Products Exhibition provided an important forum for stakeholders to share knowledge and experiences, deepen their understanding of current challenges, and discuss strategies aligned with national interests both now and in the future. At the same time, it aimed to reinforce the spirit of patriotism, unity, and solidarity—encouraging trust in the Royal Government and the Armed Forces in addressing the Cambodian–Thailand border issue.
September 16–19, 2025 — With the permission of His Excellency General Tea Seiha, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence, and at the invitation of his American counterpart, His Excellency Lieutenant General Dok Sopha, Rector of the National Defence University, attended a workshop celebrating the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (APCSS) in Hawaii, USA. The objectives of the workshop were to: - Identify practical actions to enhance the quality of education at DKI APCSS and strengthen the network of alumni who have studied at the center. - Gather feedback from credible sources on increasing resilience in line with current and future U.S. defense policy and regional security trends in the Indo-Pacific. - Identify measures to strengthen resilience with partner countries to resist coercion and malign influence from external parties. Before safely returning home, His Excellency the Rector also met with the Director of DKI APCSS and exchanged souvenirs, including a Khmer scarf representing national identity.
On the morning of Wednesday, September 24, 2025, His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defence University, accompanied His Excellency General Tea Seiha, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence, in laying a lotus wreath to honor the Constitution of the Kingdom of Cambodia. The ceremony marked the 32nd Anniversary of the Proclamation of the Constitution (September 24, 1993 – September 24, 2025) and was held at the Constitution Palace.
Since the outbreak of armed conflict along the border following the Thai incursion into Cambodian territory, and in response to the request of the Ministry of National Defence under the close attention of His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector, the National Defence University has continuously dispatched officers proficient in English and IT. These officers have been providing translation and technical support to the Command Post Information of the Ministry of National Defence, as well as to the Interim Observer Team (IOT) led by Malaysia, which was tasked with observing, verifying, and reporting on the border situation after the successful ceasefire. Their efforts aim to contribute to lasting peace and stability in the region.
On Monday evening, September 15, 2025, with the gracious authorization of His Excellency General Tea Seiha, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence, and at the invitation of his American counterpart, His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defence University, departed via the VIP gate of Techo International Airport (TIA) to attend a seminar commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (APCSS), to be held from September 16–19, 2025, in Hawaii, United States of America. The National Defence University extends its best wishes to His Excellency the Rector for a safe and successful mission, and trusts that his participation will yield significant benefits for the University and contribute to the advancement of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces as a whole.
On the morning of Thursday, September 4, 2025, His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defence University, welcomed and presented Khmer language certificates to two military students from the People’s Republic of China, who successfully completed one year of study at the College of Social Sciences and Languages.
According to Prakas No. 035 BRK.MOD dated 20 August 2025 on the awarding of Bachelor’s Degrees in Khmer, and Prakas No. 017/0825 BL on the presentation of certificates of commendation by the Ministry of National Defence, the National Defence University, with the College of Social Sciences and Languages as the organizer, held a ceremony on the morning of Wednesday, 3 September 2025. The event marked the conferral of the 9th Batch of Bachelor’s Degrees in Khmer, along with certificates and letters of commendation, to 24 outstanding foreign military students from Myanmar, Laos, and Vietnam, who had successfully completed all graduation requirements. The ceremony was conducted under the high chairmanship of His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defence University.
On the morning of Tuesday, 2 September 2025, the National Defence University convened a meeting on the composition and management structure of the National Defence University Youth Working Group. The meeting was held under the high chairmanship of His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the University, at the National Defence University Library Auditorium.
On the morning of Friday, August 22, 2025, the College of Social Sciences and Languages (CSSL) of the National Defence University of Cambodia, in collaboration with the Royal Australian Defence Force, held the official closing ceremony of the 2025 Regional English Language School Seminar under the co-chairmanship of His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defence University, and Group Captain Tony Peck, Chief of the Australian Defence Attaché Office in the Kingdom of Cambodia, at the CSSL auditorium. It is worth noting that the week-long seminar was jointly organized by the CSSL and the Royal Australian Defence Force to share and exchange best practices in English language teaching, with participants from ten countries: Australia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, New Zealand, Timor-Leste, Tonga, and Vietnam. Finally, the National Defence University expresses its deep appreciation to all delegates, especially the Royal Australian Defence Force through the Defence Attaché Office of the Australian Embassy in Cambodia, for their cooperation and hard work in ensuring the smooth and successful organization of the seminar. The National Defense University wishes all delegates of the 2025 Regional English Language School Seminar a safe journey home.
On the afternoon of Wednesday, August 11, 2025, the National Defense University was honored to welcome delegates from ten countries attending the Regional English Language School Seminar, who visited the University and carried out the following activities: 1. Paid a courtesy call and joined a solidarity dinner with His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defense University. 2. Attended a presentation on the progress of the General English Language Training Program at the College of Social Sciences and Languages, as well as the development of the National Security Training Program. 3. Concluded their visit with a tour of the offices, centers, colleges, and conference buildings affiliated with the National Defense University. The National Defense University extends its sincere appreciation to all the delegates for taking the time to visit and wishes them great success in their endeavors and a safe return journey.
