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Written by H.E Samheng Boros Over the past ten years, Southeast Asia’s economic and geopolitical profile has substantially changed. Its $3 trillion economy is a special shining spot for global growth. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has assumed a remarkable level of importance in international relations on a global scale due to its growing…
Politics has many different definitions, but to put it simply, it is the art of persuasion. The root of the word “politics” is “relating to citizens.” Youth involvement in politics results in civic engagement, which is broader than political engagement because it can include community service through involvement in health, education, and charity activities. The…
Written by, Niraj Gupta Over the last decade, we have seen an immense rush in the usage of technology to simplify and better engagement of the customers in all business sectors, especially in the finance sector. The banking sector has embraced the true use of technology to serve its customers faster in a smarter way. The…
Written by, H.E Samheng Boros Women’s economic empowerment includes their ability to participate equally in existing markets, access to and control over productive resources, access to decent work, control over their own time, lives, and bodies, and increased voice, agency, and meaningful participation in economic decision-making at all levels, from the household to international institutions. It is…
Written by, Soreasmey KE BIN For years, if not decades, its residents have been whispering about Phnom Penh being a hidden gem. A beautiful city filled with tradition and culture but also an urban sprawl restricted by poor urban facilities and management. I have been visiting Phnom Penh for thirty years and lived here for…
With an emphasis on the value of sports for people with disabilities Written by, H.E Samheng Boros Sports provide an opportunity for all people to improve not only their physical health, but also their mental well-being, providing both immediate and long-term health benefits. Disability sports and recreation activities, like other disability services, are increasingly becoming powerful tools…
Written by, H.E Samheng Boros Public-private partnerships (PPPs) are becoming a more popular approach to fund significant infrastructure projects. Compared to standard procurement options, these arrangements have a substantially higher level of private-sector participation, with the purpose of increasing the project’s efficiency and effectiveness across its entire life cycle, from development to the end of the…
Written by, H.E Samheng Boros The COVID-19 pandemic triggered the largest economic downturn since the 1929 Great Depression. The pandemic and the measures put in place to safeguard people resulted in a downward cycle, eventually forcing an additional 115 million people into extreme poverty. The reality is that we have been surprised to discover that 61%…
Written by H.E Samheng Boros The future of education is brighter than ever. The pandemic’s two years created the stage for newer possibilities and unique learning perspectives. The COVID-19 outbreak has pushed digital transformation in Cambodian higher education. This phenomenon presents an excellent opportunity for the Cambodian education system to adapt and improve the integration of…
Written by H.E Samheng Boros The Royal Government of Cambodia’s primary priorities are to uphold peace, political stability, and national security. These are very important prerequisites to achieving the economic development that would allow Cambodia to rise once again and establish itself as a developed country. Since the beginning of the economic recovery, the Royal Government…
Follow George Orwell’s 6 famous rules for writing, but made BETTER by The Economist. The original rules are, (i) Never use a metaphor, simile, or other figure of speech which you are used to seeing in print. (ii) Never use a long word where a short one will do. (iii) If it is possible to cut…
Here is the incredible piece that Monika Nowaczyk has put together about cycling with kids around the Angkor Archaeological Park. Angkor Archaeological Park has always been great for bicycle enthusiasts, whatever their level, but since last year, cycling around the temples has only gotten better. In early 2021, a dedicated 23-kilometer path was opened to…
We live in the ‘Age of Plastics’; mass production and widespread use of these materials has become a contemporary global threat for both the environment and the economy. Plastic dominates almost all facets of modern life and due to the fundamental characteristics of being both light weight and durable, mismanaged materials are readily transported. This…
