Siem Reap: On the morning of May 22, 2026, 24 sets of sports equipment donated by the China Foundation for Rural Development through the Civil Society Alliance Forum were delivered to 6 primary schools in Banteay Srei district, Siem Reap province, to promote sports activities, exercise and health care for local students.
The handover ceremony took place in a friendly atmosphere and was full of smiles from students, teachers, local authorities, and representatives of Chinese friends. What made the program even more lively was that immediately after receiving the gifts, the students unpacked the sports equipment and immediately played with it on the school campus, showing their excitement and joy for the gifts that could help increase their daily sports activities.
At the same time, the “Badminton for Health” program was also organized immediately after the gift-giving ceremony, with active participation From students and representatives of relevant parties. Mr. Rin Lot, Governor of Banteay Srei District, was honored to play badminton with Chinese representatives in a warm atmosphere of solidarity and friendship.
Received recommendations from His Excellency Kemroth Viseth, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Civil Society Alliance Forum, Mr. Chea Monirith, Director of the Planning and Projects Department, said that the donation of sports equipment from Chinese friends through the Civil Society Alliance Forum is a valuable contribution to promoting physical education and encouraging children to participate in more sports in rural schools. He emphasized that human resource development cannot only focus on classroom learning, but also consider students’ mental health and extracurricular activities.
On behalf of the China Rural Development Foundation, the donor, Liu Wenzhi said that through the Civil Society Alliance Forum, civil society China has always paid attention to the development of children and youth, especially in rural areas. He said that sports not only help strengthen physical health, but also help cultivate a sense of solidarity, discipline and cooperation in society. He added that seeing the students happy and starting to play sports immediately after receiving the materials is a meaningful image and an encouragement for the Chinese side to continue supporting humanitarian activities and the development of the education sector in Cambodia.
On behalf of the Banteay Srei District Administration, Mr. Rin Lot expressed his gratitude to His Excellency Kemroth Viseth, President of the The Board of Directors, Forum, Civil Society Alliance, which always pays attention and continues to support local schools, such as providing practical materials for students. On behalf of the school management and guardians of students throughout Banteay Srei District, the Governor of Banteay Srei District added that this activity is considered a contribution to promoting physical education and improving the quality of life of children in rural communities, while the friendship and cooperation between Cambodia and China continue to grow closer.
