AKP Phnom Penh, January 23, 2026 --

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Economic and Industrial Research Federation has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening educational and technical cooperation with Cambodia, focusing on drone technology, automation, and vocational training.

In a meeting held Thursday at the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Federation President Liang Songshou met with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth and Sport, H.E. Dr. Hang Chuon Naron to outline a strategic roadmap for human resource development.

Mr. Liang detailed four primary objectives aimed at bridging the skills gap in Cambodia’s evolving industrial landscape: Establishing a professional drone pilot training programme in Cambodia with ministerial coordination; Considering forming a partnership between Cambodian vocational training centres and Shaanxi Polytechnic University in China; Considering enhancing the technical expertise of local staff employed by Chinese enterprises, specifically in mechanics, electronics, and automation; and 
Exploring commercial opportunities for paper products and office supplies.

In response, Deputy Prime Minister Hang Chuon Naron welcomed the initiatives, noting they align with the Cambodian Royal Government’s Pentagonal Strategy, which prioritises high-level technical skills and human resource development.

"These initiatives serve as a vital bridge for knowledge transfer," the Minister stated, recommending that the Federation work closely with relevant public institutions to establish digital labs and automation programmes essential for modern industry.

To ensure the effectiveness of the partnership, H.E. Dr. Hang Chuon Naron Naron instructed Ministry officials to engage in detailed technical discussions with the Federation. The goal is to establish a formal working structure and define immediate priorities for joint training centres and student exchange programmes.

The move marks a significant step in Cambodia’s efforts to upgrade its workforce to meet the demands of the regional labour market and attract high-tech investment.

By K. Rithy Reak