International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF) Secretary-General Louise Mushikiwabo has praised Cambodia for its commitment and hospitality as it hosts the 20th Francophonie Summit in Phnom Penh.
Speaking at the opening of the Francophonie Village on Friday, Mushikiwabo invited the Francophone community to take part in its activities and gatherings.
She said the summit is not only a political event but also a chance for people to share experiences and build closer connections.
The summit, scheduled for November 15 and 16, will also decide who leads the OIF for the 2027–2030 term.
Four candidates are in the running: Mushikiwabo, the incumbent; Coumba Ba of Mauritania; Dacian Cioloș of Romania; and Juliana Lumumba of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The leaders of member states are due to make their choice on November 16.
The Francophonie Village is part of the events surrounding the summit, offering a public space for activities and encounters among members of the French-speaking community.
