Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame arrives in Paris on September 10, 2026. Photo by ABDUL SABOOR / POOL / AFP

The summit will take place from November 14 to 16, alongside several side events featuring cultural, educational, political and economic discussions among members of the Francophone community.

During his stay in Phnom Penh, President Kagame will receive a royal audience with King Norodom Sihamoni at the Royal Palace. Senate President Hun Sen and National Assembly President Khuon Sudary will also hold separate meetings with the Rwandan president.

Prime Minister Hun Manet is also scheduled to meet President Kagame to exchange views on strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation between the two countries.

During the meeting, the leaders are expected to sign agreements and cooperation documents covering trade, investment, aviation and tourism, according to the ministry.

The agreements are expected to strengthen economic ties between the two countries and create new opportunities for mutually beneficial cooperation.

Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn on November 10 also highlighted the significance of the summit, saying leaders from the 79 participating countries would undertake state and official visits to Cambodia.

Earlier this month, French President Emmanuel Macron also confirmed his state visit to Cambodia, which will include a trip to Siem Reap province for the official opening of West Mebon Temple. The Khmer temple was restored over 14 years with the support of French technical experts.

Cambodia and Rwanda established diplomatic relations in 2005, with ties developing through political engagement and their shared membership in the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF).

In 2025, the two countries signed agreements establishing bilateral consultations and granting visa exemptions to holders of diplomatic and official or service passports. The agreements provide a framework for strengthening existing cooperation and exploring additional areas of collaboration.