On Friday morning, February 27, 2026, His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defense University, had the honor of presenting academic certificates from the Royal School of Administration to the staff and students of the National Defense University who successfully graduated in 2025. It is also worth noting that the Royal School of Administration of the Ministry of Public Service signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Defense University on “Establishing Cooperation in Training and Enhancing Military Capabilities” on September 4, 2024.

On Friday afternoon, February 27, 2026, with the approval of His Excellency the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense, the National Defense University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ministry of Tourism. The signing ceremony was held under the high chairmanship of His Excellency Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism, and His Excellency General Phuong Siphan, Secretary of State of the Ministry of National Defense. The purpose of this MOU is to enhance the capacity and broaden the general knowledge of the university’s staff, students, and trainees in the areas of culture, tourism, and eco-tourism potential. This initiative aims to encourage their active participation in the development of Cambodia’s tourism sector, recognized as a vital smoke-free industry contributing significantly to the national economy.

On the morning of Friday, February 20, 2026, the National Defence University organized a handover and acceptance ceremony for Building C (2nd and 3rd floors) of the College of Social Sciences and Languages, which was completely renovated and refurbished with support from the Cambodia–Australian Defence Cooperation Program, under the high chairmanship of His Excellency Dok Sopha, Rector of the National Defense University, and Group Captain Tony Peck, Chief of the Australian Defence Attaché Office in the Kingdom of Cambodia.

On Thursday morning, 19 February 2026, His Excellency Lieutenant General Dok Sopha, Rector of the National Defense University, held a meeting with Lieutenant Colonel Olivier Legrand, Head of the French Defense Cooperation Mission to the Kingdom of Cambodia, to discuss prospects for expanding cooperation between the National Defense University and the French Defense College. The discussion focused on enhancing training at the Cambodian Defense College in the areas of geopolitics, leadership, and strategic and operational planning in the Kingdom of Cambodia.

On Wednesday morning, February 18, 2026, His Excellency Lieutenant General Dok Sopha, Rector of the National Defense University, met with a delegation from the Department of Regional Studies of the National Institute for Defense Studies, Japan, led by Dr. Shoji Tomotaka, Director of the Department, for an exchange of views on regional and global security, political developments, and international relations. The discussion also highlighted the role of higher education institutions in advancing knowledge and cooperation in the field of national defense.

On Thursday morning, January 22, 2026, His Excellency Lieutenant General Dok Sopha, Rector of the National Defence University, received the outgoing and incoming Australian Defence Attachés at his office for a courtesy meeting, introductions, and a farewell. During the meeting, His Excellency the Rector highly appreciated the significant and positive contributions of Lieutenant Commander Karleah Fitzpatrick, the outgoing Australian Defence Attaché, to Cambodia–Australia bilateral military cooperation, particularly in the field of military education. At the same time, His Excellency the Rector extended a warm welcome to Major Henry Dudley-Warde, the newly appointed Australian Defence Attaché, and expressed strong confidence and optimism that bilateral cooperation would continue to expand and deepen during his term of office.

The National Defense University would like to inform the public that, on behalf of the National Working Group for Meanchey Commune, Prasat Bakong District, Siem Reap Province, on Sunday, February 8, 2026, the National Defense University, in cooperation with the Prasat Bakong District Administration, will organize the “Fishing Festival of the Villagers of Bangkong” in Prasat Bakong District, Siem Reap Province. On this occasion, we respectfully invite Your Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, and distinguished national and international guests to honor the event with your presence and participate together in this meaningful traditional festival.

Under the close attention of His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defense University, and His Excellency Major General Tep Chamroeun Samedy, Director of the Department of Geography, Ministry of National Defense, both institutions, as military higher education institutions and military geography expert institutions, have jointly conducted a short course on the use of topographic maps developed by the Department of Geography. The main objective of the course is to strengthen and enhance professional capabilities, as well as to raise awareness and understanding of military geography among staff and military lecturers of the National Defense University. The course was conducted from January 19 to 23, 2026, at the auditorium of the National Defense University.

At the invitation of Phnom Penh International University (PPIU), on Wednesday morning, January 14, 2026, His Excellency Lieutenant General Dok Sopha, Rector of the National Defense University, led a senior delegation from the National Defense University to hold a working meeting with a delegation from Phnom Penh International University, led by His Excellency Dr. Tep Kolap, Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Rector of Phnom Penh International University. The meeting reviewed the progress of bilateral cooperation and explored opportunities to further expand the partnership.

The National Defense University would like to express its deepest gratitude for the distinguished presence of the First Lady of Cambodia, Her Excellency Dr. Pich Chanmony Hun Manet, who graciously took the time to personally encourage the medical team, military families, and citizens participating in the voluntary blood donation event at the National Defense University, an initiative of the Samdech Techo Youth Volunteer Doctors Association (TYDA)

To encourage our frontline troops fighting against the Siamese invaders, support victims along the border, and contribute to safeguarding the territorial integrity of our Cambodian homeland, all compatriots are invited to participate in a voluntary blood donation on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the National Defense University. This initiative is organized by the Samdech Techo Youth Volunteer Doctors Association (TYDA). Please scan the QR code in the information leaflet below to pre-register by following the simple steps provided.

The Intermediate Law of Armed Conflict Course, jointly organized by the National Defence University and the Canadian Defence Academy, was successfully concluded under the distinguished presidency of His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defence University.