Cambodia's Sub-National Budget Rises 17%, Transparency Concerns Remain
Cambodia's draft budget for 2027 earmarks a 17% increase in sub-national administration expenditure to $1.24 billion. However, limited public consultation and dissemination of budget information leave many residents unaware of development funds, highlighting transparency challenges.
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