Vietnamese Businesses in Cambodia Support Community Health Initiative
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – August 9, 2025 – The Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia, alongside members of the Việt Nam–Cambodia Business Association (VCBA), today organized a significant community healthcare program aimed at providing essential medical services to local Cambodian residents and the Vietnamese expatriate community in Phnom Penh The initiative underscores the growing collaboration between Vietnamese businesses and Cambodian society, reflecting strengthening ties within the ASEAN region The program, held at [Specific Location in Phnom Penh - If available, add it here], offered free medical check-ups, consultations with doctors, and basic medicines Priority was given to vulnerable groups, including the elderly, children, and low-income families Vietnamese doctors and medical professionals volunteered their time and expertise, demonstrating a commitment to improving the health and well-being of the broader Cambodian population This initiative reflects the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and Cambodia," stated [Name and Title of Vietnamese Embassy Representative – if available, add it here] during the opening ceremony.
Vietnamese enterprises are not only contributing to Cambodia's economic growth but also actively participating in social development initiatives, such as this crucial healthcare program " The VCBA played a key role in coordinating the participation of Vietnamese companies, ensuring that resources and manpower were effectively mobilized The healthcare program aligns with Cambodia's national health strategy, which emphasizes improving access to quality healthcare services for all citizens By supporting this initiative, Vietnamese businesses are contributing to the achievement of Cambodia's Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to health and well-being The program also serves as a model for cross-border collaboration in healthcare within the ASEAN framework Looking ahead, the Vietnamese Embassy and the VCBA plan to expand the community healthcare program to other provinces in Cambodia, reaching even more underserved communities They are also exploring opportunities to partner with Cambodian healthcare providers to develop long-term sustainable healthcare solutions This commitment to community health underscores the deepening economic and social ties between Vietnam and Cambodia, fostering a stronger and more prosperous ASEAN community Future phases may include specialized medical services and preventative healthcare education programs, addressing specific health challenges faced by the Cambodian population The success of this pilot program in Phnom Penh serves as a crucial stepping stone for larger-scale initiatives across the country
