Logo of Phnom Penh Post newspaper Phnom Penh Post - Sar Kheng praises Swiss development contributions

Sar Kheng praises Swiss development contributions

Content image - Phnom Penh Post
Interior Minister Sar Kheng received Heinrich Schellenberg, secretary of state and Head of the Asia Pacific Division at the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, and newly appointed Swiss ambassador to Cambodia Pedro Zhahlen for talks on February 3. SAR KHENG VIA FACEBOOK

Sar Kheng praises Swiss development contributions

Interior Minister Sar Kheng received Heinrich Schellenberg, secretary of state and Head of the Asia Pacific Division at the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, and newly appointed Swiss ambassador to Cambodia Pedro Zhahlen for talks on February 3.

During the meeting, Sar Kheng thanked the Swiss government for their support for Cambodia in projects as diverse as decentralisation, the health sector – including the Kantha Bopha hospital – and NGO law, among other fields.

The ministry said Sar Kheng also offered fond recollections of his 2016 official visit to Switzerland, during which he was able to learn about the Swiss model for decentralisation, some of which was applicable to the Kingdom.

During the meeting, Schellenberg informed the interior minister about several Swiss government funded development projects. He stressed the Swiss commitment to contributing to NGO law amendments, through consultation with relevant stakeholders.

The ministry said both sides also exchanged views on several topics, including planning for the July 23 national election, strengthening partnership between the government and NGOs and combating transnational crimes, including human trafficking, drug trafficking, and money laundering.

MOST VIEWED

  • 12th Cambodia int’l film festival to see return of Hollywood star

    Phnom Penh is set to come alive with the magic of cinema as the highly anticipated 12th Cambodia International Film Festival (CIFF) takes centre stage. Boasting an impressive line-up of 188 films from 23 countries, including captivating shorts, feature films, documentaries and animation, the festival promises an

  • Bareknuckle champion wants Kun Khmer fighter

    Dave Leduc, who is the current openweight Lethwei boxing champion in Myanmar, has announced that he will travel to Cambodia this year to challenge SEA Games gold medallist Prum Samnang any time that is convenient, after their planned match later this month in Slovakia was

  • Struggling Battambang artist dreams of staging full-scale gallery exhibition

    Leav Kimchhoth, a 55-year-old artist from Battambang province, is a familiar face to locals and tourists alike on the streets of the riverside in Phnom Penh. The one-armed painter and illustrator often hawks his work near the night market on weekends and public holidays. He

  • Five-year-old Hanuman dances his way into hearts of Cambodia

    A young talent from a new-established settlement has emerged, captivating the online world with his mesmerising performances of the traditional Cambodian monkey dance. Roeun Kakada is a five-year-old prodigy who has taken the social media sphere by storm with his exceptional dance skills and dedication

  • Fresh Covid warnings as Thai hospital fills

    A senior health official reminds the public to remain vigilant, as neighbouring countries experience an increase in Covid-19 cases, with the latest surge appearing to be a result of the Omicron XBB.1.5 sub-variant. Or Vandine, secretary of state and spokeswoman for the Ministry of Health,

  • New Law on Taxation comes into effect

    Cambodia has enacted the eagerly-awaited new Law on Taxation, which aims to improve the national tax regime’s compliance with present and future international standards and economic conditions; encourage accountability, effectiveness and transparency in the collection process; and promote investment in the Kingdom. King Norodom