The significance of the event was underscored by the presence of a distinguished guest of honor, Prak Sokhonn, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia. Minister of Tourism Huot Hak joined the celebration. A number of other government officials, members of diplomatic corps, representatives of the academic and business communities, and members of the Czech expatriate community in Cambodia also attended the reception.

The evening was opened by Markéta Kolc Hájková, Ambassador of the Czech Republic. In her speech, she highlighted the seven-decade-long bond between Prague and Phnom Penh, which is built on deep mutual respect, a development partnership, cultural ties, and contacts. Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn congratulated the Czech Republic on its National Day, praised the long-standing support, and emphasized the solid foundation for further deepening bilateral cooperation.