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The Better Cambodia > Blog > Guests Posts > Boros Opinion Piece > Strategic Synergy for Sustainable Development: Comparing the Doha Programme of Action with Cambodia’s Pentagon Strategy Phase I
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Strategic Synergy for Sustainable Development: Comparing the Doha Programme of Action with Cambodia’s Pentagon Strategy Phase I

Last updated: July 23, 2024 2:09 am
Samheng Boros
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Cambodia is on a transformative journey towards sustainable development, guided by two significant frameworks—the Doha Programme of Action (DPoA) and Cambodia’s Pentagon Strategy Phase I (PS1). Both initiatives address socio-economic challenges and foster long-term growth and resilience. By comparing these strategies, we can see how Cambodia is enhancing its development trajectory, ensuring a brighter, more inclusive future for our people.

The Doha Programme of Action (DPoA), adopted in March 2022, is a ten-year plan designed to strengthen commitments between developing countries and their partners. It focuses on six key areas: investing in people, leveraging science and technology, supporting structural transformation, enhancing international trade, addressing climate change, and mobilizing international solidarity. Each area is critical for sustainable development, providing a comprehensive framework for eradicating poverty, promoting economic diversification, and building resilience against future shocks.

In August 2023, Cambodia launches its Pentagon Strategy Phase I (PS1), with the aim of transforming the country into an upper-middle-income economy by 2030 and a high-income economy by 2048. PS1 prioritizes roads, people, water, electricity, and technology, emphasizing crisis-resilient economic growth, human capital development, economic diversification, labor market development, and sustainable development. This strategy builds on Cambodia’s progress over the past 25 years, addressing new challenges and setting the stage for future prosperity.

The synergy between the DPoA and PS1 is evident in their shared goals and complementary approaches. Both frameworks emphasize investing in people as a cornerstone of development. The DPoA advocates for comprehensive social protection systems, including healthcare and education services, to eradicate poverty and build capacity. Similarly, PS1 focuses on enhancing social security, expanding healthcare services, and improving educational infrastructure. By synchronizing these efforts, Cambodia ensures a holistic approach to human capital development, reducing poverty, and promoting inclusivity.

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Gender equality and the empowerment of women are central to both strategies. The DPoA aims for women’s full participation in all spheres of life, while PS1 prioritizes empowering women through education, health, and leadership opportunities. Implementing gender-responsive policies and creating pathways for women’s advancement allows Cambodia to harness the full potential of its population, driving economic growth and social progress.

Science, technology, and innovation are critical drivers of modern development, and both the DPoA and PS1 recognize this. The DPoA focuses on bridging the digital divide and promoting innovation in developing countries, while PS1 aims to enhance IT infrastructure and integrate advanced technologies into key sectors. Coordinated efforts in digital literacy, infrastructure development, and fostering innovation ecosystems accelerate Cambodia’s transition to a digital economy, enhancing competitiveness and resilience.

The COVID-19 pandemic underscores the importance of resilience, and both the DPoA and PS1 highlight the role of science and technology in recovery and future crisis preparedness. By integrating digital health solutions and improving healthcare infrastructure, Cambodia builds a resilient healthcare system capable of withstanding future shocks, ensuring the health and well-being of our population.

Supporting structural transformation is another area where the DPoA and PS1 show strong synergy. Both strategies recognize the need for robust infrastructure to drive economic growth. The DPoA advocates for safe transport and modern energy systems, while PS1 focuses on efficient transport, energy, and water supply networks. Developing comprehensive infrastructure plans that support economic diversification enhances Cambodia’s competitiveness and fosters long-term prosperity.

Encouraging private sector growth is crucial for structural transformation. The DPoA promotes micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and startups, while PS1 emphasizes public-private partnerships and financial sector development. Fostering an enabling environment for the private sector stimulates innovation, job creation, and economic growth, contributing to a vibrant and dynamic economy.

International trade is a vital component of sustainable development, and the DPoA and PS1 exhibit considerable synergy in this area. Both frameworks aim to improve market access, simplify trade procedures, and integrate Cambodia into global value chains. By leveraging duty-free market access, enhancing trade facilitation, and promoting regional integration, Cambodia boosts its international trade, driving economic growth and development.

Addressing climate change and building resilience against future shocks are critical for sustainable development. The DPoA focuses on climate adaptation and access to finance and technology, while PS1 emphasizes environmental sustainability and climate resilience. Coordinated efforts in climate financing, sustainable practices, and resilience-building help Cambodia mitigate the impacts of climate change, ensuring a sustainable and secure future.

The synergy between the DPoA and PS1 extends to mobilizing international solidarity and partnerships. Both strategies emphasize the importance of international cooperation, financial sustainability, and combating illicit financial activities. Aligning efforts to strengthen revenue collections, manage public debts sustainably, and prevent financial crimes promotes financial integrity and sustainability in Cambodia.

Pathways to Progress: Integrating Strategies for Sustainable Development

The comparison between the Doha Programme of Action and Cambodia’s Pentagon Strategy Phase I offers a robust framework for sustainable development. By harmonizing objectives, fostering collaboration, investing in capacity building, and enhancing resource mobilization, Cambodia leverages the strengths of both strategies to overcome its development challenges. This integrated approach not only supports Cambodia’s aspiration to graduate from developing country status but also ensures a resilient, inclusive, and prosperous future for its people. Through strategic synergy, Cambodia will achieve sustainable development and build a brighter future for all its citizens.

References

  1. Runsinarith, Phim. “Doha Programme of Action and Cambodia’s Pentagon Strategy: Mapping and Comparison.” ESCAP Working Paper, June 2024.
  2. United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP). “Doha Programme of Action for the Developing Countries for the Decade 2022-2031.” March 2022.
  3. Royal Government of Cambodia. “Pentagonal Strategy Phase I.” August 2023.

About the Author: H.E. Samheng Boros, an inspiring Minister attached to the Prime Minister, is a passionate advocate for youth empowerment. With a deep admiration for sports, education technology, and innovation, he serves as the honorary president of The Better Cambodia, leading positive change and fostering a brighter future for the nation.

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