The Cambodia Mine Action and Victim Assistance Authority (CMAA) gave a briefing on the problem of landmines and explosive remnants of war in Cambodia, as well as the Kingdom’s more than 30 years of efforts to clear mines, to visiting students from the Global Peace Advocates Team and the Apollo Foundation.
The August 13 presentation took place during a visit by the students to the headquarters of the Mine Authority.
Senior Minister Ly Thuch, CMAA first vice-president, welcomed the visit of the Chinese students, who are studying in the US and represent the Global Peace Advocates Team and the Apollo Foundation.
CMAA officials briefed them on ongoing demining work, and how it is aimed at supporting socio-economic development and maintaining peace.
“Mine clearance and the removal of explosive remnants of war is an essential task after the end of Cambodia’s prolonged war, to support the restoration of the economy and society, and to make Cambodia safer. However, this work can only be fully implemented thanks to the complete peace Cambodia achieved under the win-win policy of Hun Sen, former prime minister,” Thuch noted.
He continued that to address the remaining mine problem, the seventh-mandate government of Prime Minister Hun Manet continues to provide unwavering support and leadership, along with a clear vision and strong commitment to achieving the goal of a Cambodia free from the impact of mines and explosive remnants of war.
He told the students that in order for Cambodia to reach its goal, the contribution of friendly countries, development partners, and donors is crucial.
He also called on the visiting students to help publicise Cambodia’s efforts and achievements in recent years, including in mine clearance work.
The study visit was coordinated by Global Sunshine Group, a Christian organisation which carries out charity work in Cambodia.
