Phnom Penh: Providing high skills training to Cambodian youth, particularly in the electronics, ICT, and automotive sectors, is deemed essential for the nation to sustain its economic growth and bolster development. This perspective was emphasized during a meeting between Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of Cambodia, and H.E. Kim Jin-pyo, former Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea, at the January 7 Palace.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, H.E. Kim Jin-pyo, who currently serves as the Board Chairman of Global Together, discussed the collaboration between Global Together and the National Polytechnic Institute of Cambodia (NPIC). This partnership aims to enhance human resource development in Cambodia, focusing on fields such as engineering, information technology, and business administration.
H.E. Kim highlighted that vocational training has significantly contributed to the economic development of the Republic of Korea over the past five decades. Since 1968, Korea has trained more than 3 million young individuals in the digital economy, ICT, spare parts, and manufacturing sectors.
Samdech Techo Hun Sen underscored the necessity of equipping Cambodian youth with high technical skills, aligning with the Royal Government's objective of training 1.5 million young Cambodians. He also urged continued collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports, the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training, and other relevant ministries. This cooperation is expected to yield positive outcomes for Cambodia's progress and societal harmony.