The Royal School of Administration, the Ministry of Public Works, the Ministry of Information and the National Customs School, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in a collaborative effort to strengthen mutual support in capacity development, education, training and research, as well as various programme.
The signing ceremony, held on November 21, witnessed the participation of key figures, including Hun Many, Minister of Public Works and Transport and chairman of the Council of the Royal School of Administration, Minister of Information Neth Pheaktra, and Kun Nhem, head of the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia (GDCE) and chairman of the National Customs School Council.
Many expressed confidence in the Royal School of Administration’s extensive experience in training civil servants to serve effectively across diverse institutions and units.
“I anticipate that this MoU will serve as a roadmap for detailed planning, fostering closer cooperation in various forms and ensuring mutual benefits. Our goal is to collaborate effectively, delivering improved services with confidence to the people,” he said.
He stated that this endeavour contributes to the ongoing reform of institutions and governance, aiming for a highly competent, intelligent and clean public administration. The focus is on operating within the framework of a unified system, aligning with the government’s Pentagonal Strategy.
Many also expressed gratitude to the information ministry and the customs school for their confidence in the Royal School of Administration. He said that building trust, especially that of the people, requires consistent practice over time.
Nhem stated the significance of this milestone as a crucial step in enhancing the capabilities of GDCE officials. The customs school’s mission includes training human resources, fortifying officials’ capacities and fostering national and international cooperation.
“This agreement solidifies the National Customs School as a partner among many institutions collaborating with the Royal School of Administration. The latter, with its rich history, is well-versed in experience and human resource development within the public sector,” he said.
Pheaktra outlined that the information ministry upholds two core principles to enhance the implementation of mechanisms and work systems. These include fostering the growth and advancement of professional and qualified human resources while considering the wellbeing of civil servants. Additionally, attention is given to various related issues that fundamentally support the development of human capital.
“The information ministry upholds principles of meritocracy, transparency, fairness, inclusiveness and efficiency in the recruitment of officials, with a focus on fostering competence. I also expect that this MoU will foster active cooperation, contributing to the enhancement of the ministry’s civil servants’ capacity by engaging in further knowledge and skills development,” he said.
