The message expressed deep condolences to Hor Nam Hong and the bereaved family members of the deceased, saying that Norodom Sihanouk was an ardent patriot and prominent political activist who made a tangible contribution to the liberation and prosperity of the Khmer nation and the human cause of independence, and a close friend of the Korean people.

The message noted that the great king passed away but his noble exploits will always be remembered by the two peoples of the DPRK and Cambodia along with the traditional bilateral friendly and cooperative relations provided by the great Generalissimos Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il together with him.