Government Allocates Over USD18 Million to Enhance the Health Sector in Cambodia

• 24 February 2025
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In a significant move to bolster the healthcare system, the Cambodian government has announced an allocation of more than USD 18 million in 2025 aimed at strengthening the health sector. This funding will primarily focus on enhancing the capacity of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Level 2 District Referral Hospitals and supplying essential medical equipment.

Prime Minister Hun Manet announced a graduation ceremony for 2,551 graduates on 19 February 2025. He emphasised that this investment will be crucial for addressing urgent medical needs, allowing patients in need of immediate surgical care to receive treatment locally instead of being transferred to provincial hospitals.

Currently, the country has 98 district referral hospitals equipped to perform surgeries; however, only over 20 of these facilities meet the necessary surgical standards. Alarmingly, 61 hospitals are reported to lack adequate equipment and infrastructure. The Prime Minister highlighted the need for significant improvements in primary care capacity to ensure better health outcomes for the population.

In support of this initiative, the government has committed to upgrading the ICU infrastructure in these hospitals. This will include the provision of critical medical equipment such as laboratory machines and X-ray machines, aimed at enhancing the quality of care available to patients.

This strategic investment is poised to make a substantial impact, enabling hospitals to serve their communities and ultimately save lives. The government’s commitment reflects its dedication to improving healthcare accessibility and quality across the nation.

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