Kampong Thom:Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet has highlighted the Royal Government of Cambodia's commitment to transforming schools into public service units that are accessible to communities. This initiative aims to ensure that every Cambodian child receives education characterized by knowledge, skills, transparency, accountability, and a strong sense of responsibility.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the Prime Minister made these remarks during the inauguration ceremony of five new school buildings, which include 55 classrooms, at Treal High School in Kampong Thom province. He emphasized the pivotal role of stakeholders, especially the private sector and philanthropists, in supporting the government's educational objectives.
The approach of the Cambodian government aligns with the motto 'Everyone for Education,' which calls for the collective involvement of various parties including teachers, schools, parents, local authorities, and development partners. This collective effort is deemed essential for delivering quality and effective education.
The Prime Minister pointed out that the new school buildings exemplify the successful collaboration between the Royal Government, the private sector, and philanthropists in enhancing learning conditions for students, particularly in Kampong Thom province. However, he noted that philanthropic contributions should enhance rather than replace the state's role in providing equitable education.
While acknowledging the contributions of the Cambodian Oknha Association and philanthropists, Hun Manet stressed the importance of effectively utilizing educational infrastructure. He urged for quality teaching, genuine knowledge acquisition by students, and opportunities for every child to secure a better future.
He also advocated for strengthening partnerships among the state, private sector, and communities to connect educational infrastructure investment with human resource development, education quality, and equity.
Furthermore, the Prime Minister encouraged the public to maintain traditional reading habits alongside digital learning. He referenced countries like Denmark and Sweden, which are reintroducing printed books in education following findings that excessive dependence on digital tools might hinder academic performance. He underscored that combining technology with traditional reading methods is crucial for enhancing education quality and knowledge retention among students.