Heng Samrin

ModernPoliticianCambodia1934 — ?

Vietnamese-installed Cambodian leader.

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Quick Facts

Born

1934

Country

Cambodia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)37

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)41

Leadership (15%)64

Strategy (15%)53

Total Score46.2

Heng Samrin — Complete Timeline

1979 AD

Became President of the People's Republic of KampucheaPolitical Action◆ Major

After the Vietnamese invasion overthrew the Khmer Rouge regime, Heng Samrin was installed as President of the newly established People's Republic of Kampuchea. He led the Vietnamese-backed government during the Cambodian

Vietnamese OccupationCambodiaGovernment

Impact: national

1991 AD

Signed the Paris Peace AccordsPolitical Action◆ Major

As a senior Cambodian leader, Heng Samrin was a signatory to the Paris Peace Accords, which ended the Cambodian

Peace TreatyCambodiaUN

Impact: regionalconstructive

2006 AD

Appointed President of the National AssemblyPolitical Action

Heng Samrin was elected President of the National Assembly of Cambodia, a position he held for many years. This role made him a key figure in the Cambodian People's Party (CPP) government, overseeing legislative processes.

ParliamentCambodiaCPP

Impact: national