Women’s Affairs Ministry Moves to Boost Local Support Services for Women, Girls


Cambodian Minister of Women’s Affairs H.E. Dr. Ing Kantha Phavi has urged local officials in the northwestern province of Banteay Meanchey to enhance their efficiency and responsibility to better serve the public, particularly women and girls.

Speaking during a meeting with officials and staff at the Banteay Meanchey Provincial Department of Women’s Affairs on Monday afternoon, .E. Dr. Ing Kantha Phavi highlighted the critical role of provincial civil servants in advancing gender equality and providing essential support services to local communities.

The Minister stressed that effective public service requires strong accountability, solidarity, and close collaboration among officials. She called on staff to continuously strengthen their professional capacity to ensure that departmental programmes yield concrete benefits for residents.

The gathering provided an interactive platform for ministry leadership and provincial officials to exchange views, discuss key operational challenges, and formulate solutions to streamline future operations.