On the afternoon of March 16, 2026, Deputy Prime Minister Aun Pornmoniroth met World Bank Vice President for East Asia and the Pacific Carlos Felipe Jaramillo at the Ministry of Economy and Finance to discuss development cooperation with Cambodia.
The deputy prime minister thanked the bank for its support for socio-economic development and outlined macroeconomic conditions and challenges, including global uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and rising energy prices.
Jaramillo reaffirmed continued support under the 2025–2029 Country Partnership Framework, focusing on human capital development, stronger economic competitiveness and resilience for vulnerable populations.
The bank will also support education, skills training, transport and an improved investment environment through financing and technical assistance, aiming to raise productivity, create jobs and strengthen competitiveness.
Both sides emphasised close cooperation to address challenges and seize opportunities as Cambodia pursues its 2050 development vision sustainably and resiliently. Written by KPS99 TV.
