Cambodia’s Foreign Policy & Khmer Culture and Language 101
Tue, May 12
|Zoom
Join the U.S.-ASEAN Young Professionals Association for an exclusive masterclass that bridges the gap between high-level diplomacy and cultural competency, featuring expert analysis on Cambodia’s strategic foreign policy recalibration and a foundational Khmer language session for emerging leaders.
Time & Location
May 12, 2026, 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM EDT
Zoom
About the event
Join the U.S.-ASEAN Young Professionals Association (UAYPA) for a unique, two-part masterclass designed for the modern foreign affairs practitioner. As Cambodia navigates a "proactive recalibration" under new leadership, we explore the domestic realities and historical perceptions driving Phnom Penh’s pursuit of diversified partnerships.
Our Featured Speakers
Strategic Keynote: Chhay Lim
Designated Deputy Director, Center for Southeast Asian Studies (CSEAS)
A Fulbright Visiting Scholar at George Washington University and an award-winning researcher recognized by the Japanese Prime Minister’s Cabinet, Chhay brings over five years of deep engagement in the foreign affairs think-tank sector. With a background spanning the UN Development Programme, Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, and the Royal Government of Cambodia’s Spokesperson Unit, he provides a sophisticated look at Cambodia-Japan relations and great power competition. Chhay is fluent in Khmer, English, and Mandarin Chinese.
Cultural Facilitator: Sok Sethyarash