Royal Government of Cambodia Supports Returning Migrant Workers with Direct Assistance

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Cambodian migrant workers returning from Thailand have received direct assistance from the Royal Government of Cambodia, led by Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate, and Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia. Banteay Meanchey Provincial Governor H.E. Oum Reatrey personally greeted returnees on August 11, emphasizing the government's commitment to supporting workers in need. The event showcased the Royal Government's humanitarian policies and efforts to streamline the reintegration process for returnees.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Royal Government of Cambodia welcomes all returnees, regardless of their documentation status, and provides direct assistance to migrants upon their return.
  • Banteay Meanchey provincial authorities, in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training, have established border reception centers to provide temporary shelter, meals, medical care, free transportation to home provinces, and job placement assistance.
  • The Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training connects returnees with employment opportunities, citing strong domestic labor demand, and has supported returning workers through the nationwide job forum campaign from August 2-10, 2025.
  • Highlighting ongoing efforts to expand employment opportunities, the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training reported significant results from the job forum campaign, including 269 forums held, 112,267 job vacancies offered, 79,911 participants, and 15,332 on-the-spot hires.
  • Returning workers expressed gratitude for the warm reception and expressed optimism about finding employment and improving their lives.
  • Ms. Srouy Loeung, 52, from Banteay Meanchey, and Mr. Chea Phalla, 45, from Battambang province, shared their personal stories of seeking work and reunifying with their families.

Statistics:

  • 269 job forums held nationwide (August 2-10, 2025)
  • 112,267 job vacancies offered
  • 79,911 participants
  • 15,332 on-the-spot hires
  • 269 forums held to connect returning workers with employment opportunities

Sources:

  • Agence Kampuchea Presse, "Banteay Meanchey Provincial Governor Greets Returning Cambodian Migrant Workers" (August 12, 2025)