Cambodia Inaugurates New School Facilities, Boosting Education with Philanthropic Support

New school facilities and related achievements at Sambour Primary School in Kampong Svay district, Kampong Thom province, were officially inaugurated on July 18, 2026. The project, which cost over $100,000 USD, was supported by the philanthropic organization Quantum. His Excellency Tit Sothea, Secretary of State of the Council of Ministers and Head of the Royal Government Working Group for Kampong Svay District, presided over the ceremony as the high representative of His Excellency Vong Vissoth, Deputy Prime Minister in charge of the Council of Ministers and Head of the Royal Government Working Group for Kampong Thom Province. He praised the new facilities as a testament to the partnership between the Cambodian government and international charitable organizations in advancing education. Mr. Oung Konga, founder and representative of the Quantum organization, highlighted the organization's mission and its past contributions to charitable causes, particularly in supporting the education sector and building schools in rural Cambodia. This marks the fourth school built by the organization, with a total investment of approximately $700,000 USD. In his address, HE Tit Sothea stated that these achievements truly demonstrate the genuine partnership between organizations and associations with the Royal Government, contributing to the development of Cambodia's education sector, assisting vulnerable groups, and further strengthening the friendship between the Chinese and Cambodian peoples. HE Tit Sothea further emphasized that to ensure the nation's sustainable development, the Cambodian government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Hun Manet, has identified human capital development as a top priority. He outlined four key measures to strengthen school governance, review and adapt curricula, focus on student health through nutrition programs, and encourage parental and community involvement in education. He also noted that the seventh mandate government, led by Prime Minister Hun Manet, is actively implementing the first phase of the "Pentagon Strategy" for growth, employment, equity, efficiency, and sustainability, prioritizing reforms and good governance, especially the modernization of state institutions. HE Tit Sothea encouraged the teachers, school administrators, and students of Sambour Primary School to take good care of the new facilities for long-term use, emphasizing that the school is a nurturing ground for future human resources who will contribute to the nation's prosperity. Regarding political matters, HE Tit Sothea stressed that despite ongoing border disputes stemming from territorial ambitions, the government under Prime Minister Hun Manet has implemented emergency interventions and long-term recovery plans to ensure national security along the border. He reminded the public that "the protection of territory and people is the foremost duty of the government led by the Cambodian People's Party." He concluded by expressing confidence that the strong internal solidarity of the nation will overcome any challenges, and that the government's commitment to peace and continuous development will further strengthen the people's trust in its leadership for the long term. Source: AKP Khmer