The Cambodian Red Cross (CRC) (Khmer: កាកបាទក្រហមកម្ពុជា) is the largest humanitarian organization in Cambodia. Established on the 18 February 1955, it is officially recognized by the Royal Government as the primary auxiliary to the public authorities in humanitarian services. It was recognized by the International Committee on October 7, 1960 and admitted as a Member of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent on October 8, 1960.
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