People celebrate the 74th founding anniversary of the ruling Cambodian People's Party (CPP) in Phnom Penh, Cambodia on June 28, 2025. The CPP on Saturday celebrated the 74th anniversary of its birth. (Photo by Nitola/Xinhua)

PHNOM PENH, June 28 (Xinhua) -- The ruling Cambodian People's Party (CPP) on Saturday celebrated the 74th anniversary of its birth.

At the event, a troupe of artists performed a celebratory dance, and doves were released into the sky as a symbol of peace and freedom.

The CPP has ruled the Southeast Asian country since 1979. ■

Samdech Techo Hun Sen (C, front), president of the ruling Cambodian People's Party (CPP), releases a dove during the celebration of the party's 74th founding anniversary in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, June 28, 2025. The CPP on Saturday celebrated the 74th anniversary of its birth. (Photo by Nitola/Xinhua)