Kampot’s provincial administration and relevant departments held “Let Us Run in Kampot” on the morning of February 14, Valentine’s Day, with a theme of peace and solidarity. Governor Mao Thonin attended. Approximately more than 1,568 people joined the 3.5-kilometre run along the Kampong Bay waterfront road.
Young participants and residents expressed their happiness at taking part and said the event encouraged residents to run, walk and take part in other sports, strengthen solidarity and attract tourists. They described three forms of love for the day: love for oneself, one’s family and one’s nation. Participants also said the running event was held to promote peace in Cambodia, describing the country as peaceful, stable and safe for tourists to visit anywhere in the country without fear, particularly in Kampot.
Provincial Tourism Department director Soy Sinol said 1,568 people joined the 3.5-kilometre event. Its aims were peace and solidarity within the Khmer nation, attracting domestic and international visitors, showcasing Kampot’s tourism potential, and bringing wellbeing and joy to participants on Valentine’s Day.
By: Pai Sokhim.
