Norodom Ranariddh is a Cambodian politician and the son of King Norodom Sihanouk. He served as the Prime Minister of Cambodia from 1993 to 1997 and was a prominent figure in the FUNCINPEC party, which played a significant role in the country's post-civil war politics. Ranariddh was born on March 2, 1945, and educated in France. He has been involved in various political activities throughout his life, including efforts to promote democracy and national reconciliation in Cambodia. His political career has been marked by both achievements and controversies, reflecting the complex history of the nation.