His Majesty the King Extends Condolences to Venezuela Following Devastating Earthquakes
AKP Phnom Penh, June 26, 2026 --
His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia, has extended his deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the Government and people of Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes that struck the country.
In a message dated June 26 and addressed to H.E. Delcy Rodríguez, Acting President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, His Majesty said he was deeply saddened by the catastrophic twin earthquakes, measuring magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, which caused significant loss of life and widespread destruction.
The King noted that the disaster had claimed the lives of hundreds of people, injured thousands more, displaced countless families, and severely damaged homes, public infrastructure, and communities in the affected regions.
“At this time of profound grief, I wish to convey to Your Excellency and, through Your Excellency, to the Government and the people of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, my deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy,” His Majesty wrote.
He added that his thoughts were with the bereaved families, the injured, and all those whose lives had been profoundly affected by this tragic disaster.
His Majesty also expressed confidence that, under the leadership of Acting President Delcy Rodríguez, the strength, resilience and solidarity of the Venezuelan people will enable them to overcome this difficult ordeal and advance steadily toward recovery and reconstruction.



By C. Nika





