Key Takeaways
- The Cambodian government will create more jobs in key manufacturing sectors.
- A higher minimum wage is planned for garment, footwear, and travel goods workers.
- The initiative aims to further reduce poverty and promote socioeconomic development.
Phnom Penh: Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said Tuesday that the government would continue to create more jobs, raise the monthly minimum wage for the garment, footwear and travel goods industry, and further reduce poverty.
He emphasized the commitment to boost employment and improve workers’ earnings across the sector.
The prime minister made the remarks while appearing at a public forum gathering about 18,000 garment factory workers.
“The government will continue to maintain peace and stability, defend sovereignty and territorial integrity, and further promote socioeconomic development for the people,” he said.
