Battambang Province: The Ministry of Rural Development and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Kingdom of Cambodia organized a signing ceremony for a grant to support the development of Phase 2 of the Peaceful Villages Project through the Development of Integrated Rural Communities on Wednesday afternoon, 7th Rouch, 2570 B.E., corresponding to August 5, 2026, under the chairmanship of His Excellency Mr. Chhay Rithsen, Minister of the Ministry of Rural Development, and Mr. Kim Chang Yong, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the Kingdom of Cambodia.
The signing ceremony was held at Battambang Provincial Hall with the participation of His Excellency the Permanent Secretary of State, the leaders of the Ministry of Rural Development, the Governor of Battambang Provincial Government, the Deputy Governors representing the Governors of Pailin and Banteay Meanchey Provinces, the Korea International Cooperation Agency in Cambodia, the Rural Development Department of the target province, Representatives of various departments/units around Battambang province, as well as authorities at all levels and Village Development Committees (VDCs), a total of 156 people.
At the beginning of the event, Mr. Sok Loo, Governor of Battambang Provincial Government, gave a welcome report, stating the general geographical situation, security situation Public order both within the province and along the border, and development in all sectors throughout the province.
The Governor also highlighted the achievements of the implementation of the Peace Village Project, which has significantly contributed to the development of diverse rural communities, focusing on good governance, rural infrastructure development, increasing household income, and improving rural health and sanitation.
At the same time, Mr. Nom Saroeut, representative of the project management consultant, made a summary report on the results of the implementation of the village development plan, phase 1, in 30 target villages on 28 small projects, of which Battambang province has 6 villages with 6 projects, Pailin province has 12 villages with 12 projects And Banteay Meanchey province has 12 villages with 10 projects. In particular, the implementation plan for Phase 2 will be implemented in 30 target villages in the three target provinces above, with a total of 30 projects.
Mr. Kim Chang Yong, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Cambodia, expressed his interest, indicating that the Phase 1 participatory rural development project has made a significant contribution to improving the living standards of the people. And promote village development through improving essential infrastructure such as education, healthcare, water supply, and roads. The Ambassador also stated that the signing of the second phase of the agreement is a demonstration of the commitment and joint promise between the Republic of Korea and the Kingdom of Cambodia to build a bright future and development for rural communities in Cambodia.
Invited to deliver a speech at the signing ceremony, Mr. Chhay Riththi Sen expressed his joy Expressing appreciation and high appreciation for the achievements in all sectors, including security, order, economy, society, and culture throughout Battambang province.
The Minister informed about the achievements and progress across the country under the cool shade of peace in the past term under the wise leadership of Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, former Prime Minister, and in the 7th term of the National Assembly under the wise leadership of His Excellency President Hun Sen, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia.
The Minister also continued to inform about the strategies and goals of the Rural Development Policy 2025-2035 in achieving the vision of “building a prosperous, inclusive, equitable and sustainable Cambodian rural society.”
The Minister said that the development of villages and diverse rural communities with resilience and modernity in rural areas is a priority work of the Ministry of Rural Development in supporting the development activities of rural communities in general, all types of social land concession communities and indigenous communities through the establishment and support of rural community development centers, the development of digital technology in rural communities to enhance the quality and value of life of rural communities.
In this regard, the rural community development project has been playing an important role in helping to strengthen community ownership and capacity in target villages through the preparation of village development plans, promoting citizen participation, strengthening the roles and responsibilities of the Village Development Committee (VDC), and supporting various development activities that respond to the actual needs of local people.
Before concluding, the Minister requested all relevant parties, especially the Republic of Korea, to continue to actively participate and support community development work and the model village movement to contribute to poverty reduction in line with the first phase of the Five-Point Strategy of the Royal Government, under the wise leadership of His Excellency President Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, to contribute to the successful realization of the vision of “Cambodia as a high-income country by 2050”.
Finally, the Director of the Korea International Cooperation Agency in Cambodia, representatives of the project management advisors, and representatives of three development committees from the three target provinces invited to sign a grant agreement to support the second phase of village development for the implementation of the project from 2026 onwards. Under the most joyful and friendly atmosphere.
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