AKP Phnom Penh, May 20, 2026 --

H.E. Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism, will lead a delegation from Cambodia’s Ministry of Tourism and representatives from the private tourism sector to participate in “The 3rd Cambodia-Haikou Cultural and Tourism Exchange Day 2026” and related programmes in Haikou City, Hainan Province, China, from May 20 to 24.

According to an announcement issued on Tuesday by the Ministry of Tourism, the event is organised to promote Cambodia’s tourism potential and rich cultural heritage to the Chinese public.

The programme will be held along the historic Qilou Old Street in Haikou City, a popular tourist destination that attracts thousands of visitors daily. Activities will include traditional and contemporary artistic performances by Cambodian and Chinese performers, as well as exhibitions featuring Cambodian products.

During the visit, H.E. Huot Hak will also attend the Cambodia Tourism Roadshow and an event promoting Cambodia’s visa exemption policy for Chinese nationals.

The Ministry said the programme aims to promote Cambodia’s tourism sector and publicise the trial implementation of visa-free entry for Chinese tourists visiting Cambodia, which is scheduled to take effect in June 2026.

The event is expected to attract more than 200 participants, including representatives of major tourism companies and tour operators from Hainan Province. It is also intended to encourage Chinese tourism operators to prepare travel packages to Cambodia and strengthen business partnerships with Cambodian tourism enterprises.

On the sidelines of the programme, H.E. Huot Hak is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with the Governor of Hainan Province, the Mayor of Haikou City, the Mayor of Sanya City, tourism associations, and leading tourism companies in Hainan Province.

The meetings are aimed at strengthening tourism cooperation and promoting a greater flow of Chinese tourists to Cambodia, the announcement added.

By C. Nika