Profile spotlight on the third-generation heir of Cambodia's leadership, "Hun Chan Panhaboth," celebrating his graduation from a leading British military academy. He is the second Cambodian to achieve this, reflecting strong ties between the two nations.
On 10 Apr 2026 GMT+7, Hun Manet, heir of Cambodia's former leader, posted on his personal page: “I am very proud of my son... After all he has been through, today's achievement prepares him for the future ahead. I have no doubt he will succeed. I am a proud and loving father.” The post featured the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) in the UK.
The post included a photo with his graduating son and received over 6,300 likes. Meanwhile, the Cambodian embassy in the UK also posted congratulations.
The graduation ceremony for the officer cadet course at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) in the UK, a world-renowned army training institution.
Hun Chan Panhaboth graduated from the Sandhurst Academy in a prestigious ceremony, marking another historic milestone for Cambodia's leadership lineage.
Hun Chan Panhaboth, son of Hun Manet, Cambodia's Deputy Prime Minister, and grandson of Prime Minister Hun Sen, officially participated in the graduation parade.
Graduating from Sandhurst is no small feat; the academy has nurtured many global leaders. It represents a significant step reflecting discipline and determination characteristic of the Hun family heirs.
On this day of achievement, the UK military attaché to Cambodia attended the parade to congratulate and witness Hun receiving the Sandhurst Medal, confirming his successful completion of the course.
Hun Chan Panhaboth is the second Cambodian to graduate from this premier British military academy, following current Prime Minister Hun Manet. This accomplishment is a source of family pride and symbolizes strengthened military relations between Cambodia and the UK, aiming to elevate Cambodia's armed forces to professional international standards in the future.
