(Phnom Penh): The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Cambodia Office held a comprehensive Pre-departure Orientation on May 08, 2026 for government officials from the Ministry of Environment (MoE)and the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME). These officials are set to participate in specialized capacity-building programs in the Republic of Korea, designed to address critical infrastructure and environmental challenges in Cambodia.

The orientation serves as the final preparation for two distinct training tracks under KOICA’s fellowship program (CIAT), aimed at sharing Korea’s technical expertise with Cambodian policymakers including:

- 15 participants from Ministry of Environment will join training course entitled “Capacity Building on Realizing a Circular Economy by Sustainable Waste Management”. This program focuses on shifting from traditional "take-make-dispose" models to a circular system, emphasizing recycling, waste-to-energy technologies, and urban sanitation.

- 3 participants from Ministry of Mines and Energy will join training course focusing on “Capacity Building for Car Fuel Quality & Distribution Management”. This track provides technical training on fuel standards, laboratory testing, and the regulation of distribution networks to ensure energy security and reduce vehicular emissions.

These training programs are strategically aligned with the Royal Government of Cambodia’s Pentagonal Strategy. By investing in these sectors, KOICA and its partners aim to trigger long-term benefits for Cambodian society including environmental health, economic efficiency, and consumer protection & climate action.

In her opening remarks, Lee Sejin, Deputy Country Director of the KOICA Cambodia Office, congratulated the participants and emphasized the importance of capacity building in achieving Cambodia’s development goals. She reiterated KOICA’s ongoing commitment to human resource development.

During the orientation, participants received an overview of KOICA’s work in Cambodia, program guidelines, and practical information to support their stay in Korea. Post-training engagement through the Cambodia-Korea Alumni Association (CAMKAA) was also introduced. A session on the Code of Conduct was delivered, highlighting integrity and prevention of harassments.

Representatives from the both ministries shared how the training will contribute to their work. In addition, they discussed the current status and future development plans of their respective ministries. The participants expressed their sincere appreciation to KOICA and the Korean government for their generous support and engaged actively in the orientation session.
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