Cambodia's ancient martial art is gaining international recognition through new federation partnerships, world championship preparations, and growing global tournaments.
The Kun Khmer International Federation has taken major steps to bring Cambodia's martial art to a global stage through new international partnerships and tournament expansion.
The Kun Khmer International Federation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Belgium Elite Federation, expanding the martial art's European footprint.
Bokator, Yuthakun Khom, and Kun Khmer were performed alongside Shaolin Kung Fu and Tai Chi at the historic Bayon Temple in Siem Reap.
French organizers and the Kun Khmer Federation are preparing a friendly competition in France, signaling continued European expansion of the sport.
An international Kun Khmer Championship featuring participants from twelve nations is scheduled to take place in Siem Reap, near the cultural heart of the sport.
New leadership takes the helm at the Kun Khmer Federation as the organization continues its ambitious mission to elevate the sport internationally.
The bas-reliefs of Angkor Wat, Bayon, and Banteay Samre show fighters using techniques still practiced today. Here's what archaeologists know about Kun Khmer's ancient roots.
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