Phnom Penh: Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 2nd ASEAN-India Women Scientists Conference in Cambodia on July 10, 2026, Mr. Hem Vandy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, emphasized that investing in women is crucial for building a more resilient and innovative future.
The Minister said, “Women are the first teachers and the most powerful mentors for their children. Therefore, empowering women will bring long-term benefits to families and society. And when society embraces the potential of women in STEM and science, technology and innovation, we are not only empowering individuals, but we are providing solutions to the biggest challenges facing humanity.”
H. Vanlalvawna Bawitlung, Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Cambodia, praised the organization of the conference as reflecting the growth of the comprehensive strategic partnership between ASEAN and India.
The Ambassador said, “The ASEAN-India Women Scientists Conference is a prominent example that demonstrates the expansion of both the scope and depth of the comprehensive strategic partnership between ASEAN and India. We also look forward to further strengthening cooperation on capacity building, innovation, and student and researcher exchange programs.”
Dr. Kao Kim Hoon, ASEAN Secretary-General, said that the conference strengthens people-to-people ties and opens up new opportunities for cooperation in the fields of digital technology, artificial intelligence, biotechnology and sustainable development.
It is worth noting that the 2nd ASEAN-India Women Scientists Conference successfully concluded in Phnom Penh, demonstrating the shared commitment of ASEAN and India to strengthen cooperation to promote leadership of women in science, technology and innovation. The conference, held under the theme “Building a Sustainable Science, Technology and Innovation Community,” brought together 135 delegates.
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