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H.E. Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism: The Cambodia–India Cross-Border QR Payment System Provides Greater Convenience and Additional Appeal for Indian Tourists and Citizens to Visit Cambodia, Especially During the Green Season and the Major International Yoga Events Taking Place in Cambodia This June H.E. Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism, delivered congratulatory remarks at the official launch ceremony of the Cambodia–India cross-border UPI/QR payment system, organized by the Embassy of India in Cambodia. The event was attended by H.E. Vanlalvawna Bawitlung, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to the Kingdom of Cambodia, along with senior leaders and officials from ministries and government institutions, executives from the banking and private sectors, and numerous distinguished guests. On this important occasion, H.E. the Minister highly commended the Embassy of India, the National Bank of Cambodia, and relevant institutions from both countries for their close cooperation in achieving this significant milestone. He emphasized that the cross-border digital payment linkage represents not only technological progress but also serves as a bridge connecting people, businesses, and tourists between the two nations, enabling more convenient, secure, and efficient financial transactions. H.E. the Minister also praised this initiative for aligning with the vision of the Royal Government of Cambodia under the wise leadership of Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, to promote digital transformation and develop the tourism sector into a modern, resilient, and competitive industry. Tourism has been recognized as “Green Gold” by Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, Acting Head of State and President of the Senate. Furthermore, H.E. the Minister expressed strong support for the implementation of the Cambodia–India cross-border UPI/QR payment system, noting that it will facilitate travel, support tourism businesses, promote a connected and inclusive digital economy, and further strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the governments and peoples of both countries. In addition, the system is expected to enhance the travel experience of Indian tourists and citizens while creating new opportunities to expand tourism cooperation between Cambodia and India through increased tourist arrivals, improved air connectivity, the promotion of religious and wellness tourism, and strengthened collaboration between the tourism sectors of the two countries. According to H.E. the Minister, Cambodia welcomed approximately 22,000 Indian visitors during the first quarter of 2026, and this number is expected to continue growing through enhanced connectivity, travel facilitation measures, and the implementation of innovative initiatives that improve convenience and visitor experiences, particularly in connection with the International Yoga Day celebrations and related events to be held in Cambodia. Phnom Penh, 2 June 2026. #Cambodia #greenseasoncambodia #SolidaritySeason #ministryoftourismcambodia #huothak