(Phnom Penh): His Excellency Heng Sour, Minister of Labor and Vocational Training, presided over the opening ceremony of the 10th National Skills Competition 2026, under the theme "Skills Competition Unlocks Talent and Creates Opportunities for Success," on the morning of September 29, 2026, at the National Technical Training Institute.
The program aims to promote effective and fair skills competition, enhance the quality of technical and vocational skills development, and elevate the value of work for youth and skilled workers, as well as strengthen cooperation between public institutions, the private sector, and organizations in the field of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).
On the occasion, His Excellency Heng Sour highly appreciated the efforts of the General Directorate of Technical and Vocational Education and Training, the Skills Competition Organizing Commission, and relevant parties in organizing this event, which publicly demonstrates the sustainable development of the TVET sector and skill excellence, especially as this year's competing candidates increased to 112 (29 female) from 20 institutions, while the competing skills rose to 12. His Excellency stated that this progress reflects the remarkable evolution of the program over the past 16 years, stemming from the key prioritization of developing quality human capital with capability, clear skills, creative ideas, and high competitiveness by the Royal Government across all mandates.
Furthermore, this progress also stems from the excellent cooperation among relevant ministries and institutions, public educational institutions, organizations, and the private sector in participating in developing and promoting skills.
At the same time, His Excellency the Minister called on all parties to continue their further participation for the benefit of promoting skills in Cambodia, strengthening and increasing skilled labor force, raising training standards, promoting investment, and joining to achieve the Cambodia Vision 2050. His Excellency the Minister emphasized that skills are the fundamental foundation, the backbone, and an important driving force of modern life for career, industrial, and socio-economic development. A highly skilled workforce is a key tool for planning, managing, and solving problems effectively.
In addition, His Excellency encouraged students and youth to understand the value of this program and prepare themselves adequately to win prizes from the national, regional competitions, and to one day stand holding the flag of Cambodia on the world stage, while also serving as role models and sharing experiences with younger students or youth.
By: Srey Pi
