AKP Phnom Penh, February 13, 2025 --

A five-day (Feb. 17-21) training course focused on digital reporting and combating disinformation will commence on Feb. 17 at the Ministry of Information's training centre in Phnom Penh. 

This initiative is the result of a successful cooperative effort between Cambodia and Türkiye, as highlighted by H.E. Neth Pheaktra, Minister of Information of Cambodia.

The training programme will be jointly conducted by expert trainers from both Cambodia and Türkiye, combining their knowledge and experience to equip Cambodian journalists with the necessary skills for the digital age. 

The course aims to enhance the capabilities of media professionals in navigating the evolving media landscape, particularly in the critical areas of digital storytelling and identifying and countering disinformation.

H.E. Minister Neth Pheaktra attributed the training opportunity to the fruitful results of ongoing collaboration between the two nations. He emphasised the importance of international partnerships in fostering professional development within the Cambodian media sector.

This training course is part of a broader capacity-building initiative by the Ministry of Information. For 2025, the ministry has planned an ambitious schedule of over 70 courses designed to enhance the skills of its leadership and staff.

These courses will cover a wide range of topics relevant to the various sections and responsibilities within the ministry, all geared towards navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by the ongoing digital transformation.

The ministry's commitment to professional development underscores its recognition of the crucial role of a well-trained media workforce in the modern era.

By K. Rithy Reak