Under the high attention, guidance, and support of Lieutenant General DOK SOPHA, Rector of the National Defense University, on Friday, 11 June 2026, Major General SON SAMBATH, Vice Rector, led the National Defense University Basketball Team to participate in the 2026 National Higher Education and Technical Secondary Education Basketball Championship, held under the theme “Sport for Education.” Through outstanding teamwork, discipline, determination, and athletic excellence, the National Defense University Basketball Team demonstrated remarkable performance throughout the competition and successfully secured the First Place Championship Trophy for 2026. This distinguished achievement not only reflects the talent, capability, and competitive spirit of the university’s students but also highlights the National Defense University’s commitment to developing well-rounded individuals who excel academically, professionally, physically, and ethically. The victory stands as a testament to the effectiveness of the university’s educational mission and its dedication to promoting sports as an integral component of student development. The National Defense University takes great pride in this remarkable accomplishment, which brings honor to the institution and serves as an inspiration for continued excellence and future achievements.

On 6th June 2026, His Excellency Lieutenant General Dok Sophea, Rector of the National Defense University and Head of the Royal Government Working Group for Meanchey Commune, continued to lead the National Defense University Volunteer Medical Team to provide free medical examinations and treatment to local residents in Meanchey Commune, Prasat Bakong District, Siem Reap Province.

On the afternoon of Monday, 1 June 2026, the National Defense University had the honor of organizing a lecture under the theme “General Context of Artificial Intelligence (AI)”, presided over by His Excellency Professor Dr. Chhem Kiat Rithy, Senior Minister and Chairman of the Council for Economic, Social and Cultural Affairs. This lecture was of strategic significance for the leadership, staff, military lecturers, and students of the National Defense University, as it enhanced their understanding of the opportunities, challenges, and implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies within the context of national security and defense. Furthermore, the lecture contributed to strengthening human resource capacity and preparedness to respond to the rapid evolution of the global technological landscape. It also supported efforts to improve operational effectiveness, education, research, and institutional development, ensuring greater modernization and alignment with the demands of the digital era.

On the morning of Tuesday, May 26, 2026, His Excellency Lieutenant General DOK Sopha, Rector of the National Defense University, attended the ceremony commemorating the 163rd Anniversary of World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day (May 8, 2026), held under the high presidency of His Excellency General Tea Seiha, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of National Defense, and Chairman of the Royal Government Working Group in Koh Kong Province.