Preah Sihanouk Governor Mang Sineth, chair of the provincial Veterans and Retirees Association, said handing homes to veterans' families was an important way of conveying the longstanding care of Samdech Techo Hun Sen, his wife Bun Rany, Prime Minister Hun Manet and his wife. It reflected the national leadership's strong attention to veterans' welfare.
He recalled the pain of decades of war and the Khmer Rouge period, saying peace and development depended on veterans' sacrifices. He called for unity in safeguarding national sovereignty and for veterans' contributions to be remembered and respected.
Through the provincial administration and the Veterans and Retirees Association, the province handed new homes to 31 additional veterans' households, bringing the total to 65. All families also received necessities and cash. The ceremony took place on February 1 on social-welfare land in Tumnob Rolok commune, Stung Hav district, in a warm and lively atmosphere.
Compiled by KPS99TV.
