AKP Phnom Penh, May 13, 2026 --

Cambodia will celebrate the 73rd Birthday of His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia, on May 14.

Across the Kingdom, messages conveying wishes for His Majesty’s good health, longevity, wisdom, and strength have been widely broadcast on national television and radio stations and shared on social media platforms.

His Majesty the King is currently staying in Beijing, the People’s Republic of China, following a surgery conducted on April 20, 2026. According to the Ministry of the Royal Palace, His Majesty has been recovering well and was discharged from the hospital on May 1.

The Ministry added that His Majesty will continue recuperating at the Royal Residence in Beijing and will periodically return to the hospital for follow-up examinations, treatment, and continued recovery.

In observance of the royal occasion, civil servants, workers, and employees throughout Cambodia will enjoy an official public holiday on May 14.

By C. Nika