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Hor Namhong

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Hor Namhong is a Cambodian politician and diplomat who served as Cambodia's minister of foreign affairs and international cooperation from 1998 until April 2016. He became a deputy prime minister in 2004 and remained in that position after leaving the foreign-affairs portfolio. Earlier in his career, he represented Cambodia as ambassador to the Soviet Union and France and took part in negotiations connected with the Paris Peace Agreements.

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How long was Hor Namhong Cambodia’s foreign minister?

Hor Namhong served as Cambodia’s minister of foreign affairs and international cooperation from 1998 until April 2016. His tenure lasted through multiple Cambodian governments.

When did Hor Namhong become Cambodia’s deputy prime minister?

Hor Namhong became a deputy prime minister in 2004. He remained in that position after leaving the foreign-affairs portfolio in April 2016.

What was Hor Namhong’s main government portfolio?

Hor Namhong was best known internationally as Cambodia’s foreign minister. His official portfolio was foreign affairs and international cooperation.

Did Hor Namhong remain deputy prime minister after 2016?

Yes, Hor Namhong remained a deputy prime minister after he left the foreign-affairs ministry in April 2016. His earlier ministerial service had begun in 1998.