Background
On February 12, 2026, the second forum of the annual Education, Youth and Sport work summary was held under the theme “Higher Education Development for Innovation and Economic Growth.” The event was chaired by His Excellency Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth and Sport. It took place at the Cambodia Institute of Technology in Phnom Penh with participation from ministry leadership, provincial and municipal education board representatives, education officials, development partners, and national and international guests from all 25 provinces and municipalities.
Scope of Application
This forum is part of the summary and forward-looking works for the academic years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 in the education, youth, and sport sectors. It addresses higher education policies and institutional governance approaches contributing to human capital development aligned with sustainable and resilient development.
Key Provisions or Decisions
The forum included four main presentations:
- Research, innovation, and technology ecosystems in higher education, presented by His Excellency Dr. San Vathana, Secretary of State, Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport.
- Reducing skill gaps through curriculum modernization and teaching methods improvements, presented by His Excellency Professor Po Kim Tho, Director of the Cambodia Institute of Technology.
- Development of international curriculum programs to enhance quality standards and student outcomes, presented by His Excellency Professor Dr. Hao Peng, Rector of the National University of Management.
- Strengthening governance for sustainable development of higher education institutions, presented by His Excellency Professor Tum Saravuth, Rector of Svay Rieng University, and Her Excellency Professor Dr. Seng Mom, Vice-Rector of the Royal University of Agriculture.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
This forum’s outcomes provide a structured framework reflecting the government’s commitment to nurturing skilled human capital through reforms in higher education governance, curriculum innovation, and research capacity. Such developments inform stakeholders in education, labor market alignment, and related sectors of evolving policies guiding institutional quality and workforce readiness.
Official Source
Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport Facebook post, February 12, 2026
