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Diversifying Options for Cambodia's Economic Diplomacy Strategy: German and Southeast Asian Perspectives

Outcomes Report

The Roundtable Discussion on “Diversifying Options for Cambodia’s Economic Diplomacy Strategy: German and Southeast Asian Perspectives” was co-organized by the National Institute of Diplomacy and International Relations (NIDIR) and Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Cambodia, and supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MFA.IC). MFA.IC has launched a comprehensive “Economic Diplomacy Strategy – Phase I (2021-2023)” in 2021. The strategy outlined Cambodia’s plan to achieve grand objectives such as promotion of international trade, attracting more foreign direct investment to the Kingdom, boosting tourism, and promoting Cambodia’s cultural identity on regional and global stage. The Economic Diplomacy strategy was adopted with a vision of “strengthening Cambodia’s national prestige by advancing and maximizing national economic interest”. Phase I of the Strategy has concluded in 2023 and is now pending for an unveiling of the Phase II of the strategy. As we are expecting the launch of the second phase of the strategy, gathering credible inputs from diverse perspectives is crucial.

Law Brief 2.0 - Digital Law

Law Brief is a compilation of legal articles produced by KAS For Legal Youth (KASFLY) fellows as part of their the program. This year´s papers aim to serve as a contribution to lawmakers with the current draft of Personal Data Protection law and Cybersecurity law.

Digital Insights: Future of Education

Digital Insights is one of the flagship publications of Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Cambodia. The vision of the project is to support research on the challenges and chances of digital transformation in order to create an inclusive and bright future for all.

Law Brief: Navigating the Legal Landscape

Law Brief is a collection of legal articles that are written by KASFLY-2023 Fellows. Each fellowship consists of a series of training that enhance critical thinking, research, analysis, and academic writing skills.

Policy Brief: Social Issues in Cambodia

In this volume, thirdteen articles have been highlighted in four areas ranging from 1) Phnom Penh City, 2) Economy and Digitalization, 3) Disaster Risk and Waste Management, and 4) Sustainable Development Goals in Cambodia.

Special Report - “ASEAN’s Critical Assessment and Practical Reforms”

This special publication aims to explore ASEAN’s weaknesses or loopholes in its existing working mechanisms, policies and initiatives by looking at its main three pillars, namely the ASEAN Political-Security Community (APSC), ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) and ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC), and to offer recommendations for practical reforms.

Photo Courtesy to German Embassy Cambodia, February 2023

Three Decades of Cambodian-German Diplomatic Relations New Historical Height, Progresses, and Ways Forward

On 3 October 2023, Cambodia and Germany commemorated the 30th anniversary of their bilateral diplomatic relations. The two nations’ bilateral ties date back to the 19th century when Adolf Bastian, a German polymath, visited Angkor and brought Cambodia’s cultural richness to the attention of Kaiser Wilhem II of the Imperial Germany. After gaining full independence from France in 1953, Cambodia was recognized as a state by the Federal Republic of Germany (FRG) in 1956 and by the German Democratic Republic (GDR) in 1959. As a neutral country, Cambodia recognized the two German states and subsequently established diplomatic ties with FRG and GDR. Cambodia and GDR had consular relations in 1961 and the first consular office in 1967, while Cambodia and FRG established the official diplomatic ties in 1967.

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Trust the Process

Challenges and Goals of the New Cambodian Government

In August 2023, Hun Manet ascended to the role of Prime Minister of Cambodia, succeeding his father who had been the architect of the nation's political landscape for nearly four decades. Despite allegations of favoritism and nepotism, the newly appointed cabinet comprises a cadre of young, welleducated technocrats whose credentials are undeniably well suited for their respective roles as Cambodia’s new political decision makers. However, this may not be an advantage in itself. A pressing question emerges in the context of this leadership transition: How will Prime Minister Hun Manet navigate the systemic obstacles within Cambodia's political landscape to effectively execute his policy agenda and enhance the nation's global reputation? This article seeks to provide insights into the challenges and opportunities as well as the policy choices that Hun Manet is expected to encounter in both international and domestic governance.

Circular Economy in the Mekong Region

Mekong Connect ,Volume 5, Issue 1, September 2023

Welcome to Volume 5 Issue 1/2023 of the Mekong Connect Magazine, a joint publication between the Asian Vision Institute (AVI) and the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) Cambodia Office.

The Implications of Political and Security Challenges in the Asia-Pacific Region and Beyond

Diplomatic Briefing Issue 06/2023

The sixth issue of Diplomatic Briefing, we have gathered scholars across Cambodia and the region to provide their insights on pressing issues and the implications of political and security challenges in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.