On 24 May 2026, The Cambodia-Japan Cooperation Center (CJCC) successfully held the 28th Japanese Speech Contest In Cambodia. The event was honored by the presence of distinguished guests, including H.E. UENO Atsushi, Ambassador of Japan in Cambodia, Dr. Oum Ravy, Vice-Rector of Royal University of Phnom Penh, and Mr. ISOGAYA Hiroyuki, Director of the Japan Foundation Phnom Penh Liaison Office, alongside representatives from sponsoring organizations and various Japanese language schools across Cambodia.

The Japanese Speech Contest in Cambodia is organized annually to encourage Cambodian students learning Japanese to further develop their language proficiency, public speaking confidence, and cross-cultural understanding. The competition provides a valuable platform for participants to demonstrate their Japanese language skills, creativity, and personal experiences through speech presentations.