Cambodia reportedly toasts change of Thai government

Cambodia reportedly toasts change of Thai government

July 6, 2011
ABC Radio Australia

The change of Thai government has triggered celebrations in neighbouring Cambodia, with officials reportedly marking the occasion with a glass of champagne.

Cambodia's foreign minister has also told reporters that he "cannot hide" his happiness with the election of Yingluck Shinawatra as Thailand's Prime Minister.

Cambodia is hoping the new Thai government will work towards a peaceful resolution to the border conflict between the two countries.

Presenter: Sonja Heydeman

Speaker: Phay Siphan, Cambodian Secretary of State in charge of Information