Communist Party
The party changes its name to the Communist Party of Kampuchea (CPK)
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
1966 in Kampuchea
Explore 6 historical events and records for Kampuchea in 1966.
Historical records for Kampuchea in 1966
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First Cabinet Formed
Forms a conservative government under the Sangkum political system
International Agreement at Sihanoukville
Avoids China supporting the Khmers Rouge by acceeding to its demands. Agrees with China to allow Sihanoukville & Friendship Highway to supply the Vietcong
Khmer Rouge
The party changes its name to the Communist Party of Kampuchea (CPK)
Prime Minister Appointed
Appointed Prime Minister of Cambodia for his first term
Prime Minister of Kampuchea
Appointed Prime Minister of Kampuchea, 1st term
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