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How a remote Cambodian village became a beacon for sustainable energy solutions in the Mekong

On a visit to Koh Kantheay in Cambodia’s north, I hear residents talk about their expectations from the new solar micro-grid being installed in the village. “W...

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Orientation Workshop for the Preparation of the 2023 Voluntary National Review

When the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted in September 2015, the Member States of the United Nati...

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Talking Points: Training on the Prevention and Response to Sexual Harassment, Exploitation and Abuse of Authority

As part of the wider UN, UNDP is fully committed to zero tolerance, as such, UNDP does not, and will not, tolerate sexual harassment, discrimination, and abuse of...

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Annual Dialogue on Social Protection, Economic Recovery and Digital Rights in Cambodia

I am delighted to participate in this annual dialogue “Together for a Better Future”, and to reflect with you on social protection, economic recovery and digital ...

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Cambodian Mine Action Sector Briefing Paper Series: Post-Clearance Monitoring

Clearing landmines literally clears the pathway for development and productive livelihoods for rural Cambodians. Understanding how land is being used once cleared...

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Economic and Social Impact Assessment of COVID-19 and War in Ukraine on Cambodia

While the country’s economy started showing signs of rebound after two years of Covid-19 pandemic, the new global crisis triggered by the War in Ukraine brought a...

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Doubling down on Cambodia’s investments in human development to manage uncertain times

The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in widespread challenges, which were compounded by the war in Ukraine. These shocks have largely stalled global recovery. In Cambod...

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Major steps being taken to end the ‘book famine’

December 3rd is International Day of Persons with Disabilities, with a theme of “Transformative solutions for inclusive development: the role of innovation in fue...

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Speeches
Reflection Workshop on the Implementation of the National Disability Strategic Plan 2019-2023

Today’s workshop highlights the impressive efforts of the Royal Government of Cambodia, primarily through the coordination of the Disability Action Council, to me...

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9th NBC Annual Macroeconomic Conference: “Towards a Post-COVID-19 Recovery and Resilience”

I am very glad to be back and to have the opportunity to participate again in the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC)’s Annual Macroeconomic Conference - a platform f...

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Launch of the Policy Brief “Economic and Social Impact Assessment of COVID-19 and War in Ukraine on Cambodia”

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the launch of the Policy Brief on “Economic and Social Impact Assessment of COVID-19 and War in Ukraine on Cambodia.”  It is t...

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UNDP Launches 2022 Economic and Social Impact Assessment of COVID-19 and War in Ukraine on Cambodia

A policy brief on the 2022 Economic and Social Impact Assessment of COVID-19 and War in Ukraine on Cambodia was launched today by the UN Development Programme (UN...

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UNDP is the UN's global development network, an organization advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP in Cambodia works in partnership with the Royal Government of Cambodia, non-government organizations, civil society organizations, community-based organizations, multilateral aid agencies, bilateral donors and private firms. The overarching aim of UNDP is to support the progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Only one earth: living sustainably in harmony with nature

While the picture seems grim, we must highlight positive signals and trends that, if sustained and strengthened over time, would offer Cambodia the opportunity to change the narrative for a more sustainable future for the entire society.

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Socioeconomic Impacts of the COVID-19 Cash Transfer Programme in Cambodia: Micro and Macro-Level Evaluations

Through the introduction of the COVID-19 Cash Transfer Programme for Poor and Vulnerable Households, a seven-month longitudinal study found significant positive impacts across human development dimensions and socioeconomic indicators.

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Policy Brief: Socioeconomic Impacts of the COVID-19 Cash Transfer Programme for the Poor and Vulnerable Households in Cambodia

Cambodia introduced its first national cash transfer programme for the poor and vulnerable households during COVID-19 on June 24, 2020 in a landmark move to support the poor and vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic. The programme has been an unparalleled achievement and the understanding of its impact is critical to inform the country’s investment in social protection.

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Plastic Is Now Part of Us

The plastic crisis calls for sustained and collective efforts to do things differently for eventually creating a zero-waste circular economy.

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Reaching Cambodia’s last mile with inclusive and sustainable energy access

Cambodia knows well the value of energy access and has made significant progress over the past two decades that the World Bank called it one of “the fastest electrifying countries in the world.”

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Cambodia Country Programme Document 2019 - 2023

Under the new Country Programme (2019-2023), UNDP Cambodia will further focus on an issue-based approach—such as environmental protection, climate change related, prosperity, resilience, good governance and economic policies.

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16

Millions

Population (2019)

17.8

%

Poverty rate (2019)

1,643

USD

GDP per capita (2019)

0.581

HDI

Human Dev. Index (2019)

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