The term "Cambodian leader" primarily refers to the political leadership of Cambodia, notably the transition from long-time Prime Minister Hun Sen to his son Hun Manet, rather than an organization by that exact name. Hun Sen, who governed Cambodia since 1985, was a former Khmer Rouge commander who consolidated power through a 1997 coup and led the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) to dominate national politics for decades[1][2][4]. His leadership was marked by rapid economic growth but also by authoritarian practices and human rights abuses, including suppression of opposition and limited democratic freedoms[2][4]. Hun Manet took office as Prime Minister on August 22, 2023, representing the first generational change in Cambodian political leadership in decades. Educated in the UK and a former U.S. military academy graduate, Hun Manet inherits a relatively stable yet socioeconomically unequal Cambodia with strong confidence in financial institutions and the ruling CPP’s overwhelming parliamentary majority (82.3% vote share in 2023)[1][5]. His ascension signals potential shifts in Cambodia’s domestic and foreign policies, though it remains uncertain whether he will continue his father’s authoritarian legacy or pursue closer ties with Western nations[1]. Cambodia’s government structure is a constitutional monarchy with a multi-party democratic system established post-1993, led by the Prime Minister and supported by deputy ministers and state officials[5][6]. The CPP controls most government branches, including the National Assembly and the Senate, where Hun Sen now serves as Senate President[5]. While Cambodia’s economy has grown steadily (GDP around $32.4 billion with 5.6% growth in 2023), challenges such as political repression, corruption, and limited judicial independence persist[1][5]. The legacy of the Khmer Rouge era and ongoing human rights concerns remain notable historical and social aspects shaping Cambodia’s leadership and governance[2][3]. In summary, the "Cambodia