Phnom penh: The Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training and the Japan-Cambodia Association (JCA) have initiated talks focused on expanding cooperation in job opportunities and the deployment of Cambodian workers to Japan. The meeting, which took place on March 31, was attended by Labour Minister H.E. Heng Sour and JCA President H.E. Takahashi Fumiaki at the Ministry's premises.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the discussions involved a review of the progress made in their cooperation, with an emphasis on strengthening partnerships to foster human resource development. The aim is to align with labour market needs and promote Japanese investment in Cambodia. H.E. Heng Sour underscored the robust relationship between the Ministry and JCA, which has been instrumental in connecting investors and supporting workforce development. This collaboration has particularly focused on creating opportunities for Cambodians to engage in internships and secure employment in Japan.
The Minister highlighted Cambodia's growing pool of skilled youth, which is supported by technical and vocational education and training (TVET). He expressed a desire for an increased number of Cambodian workers to be employed in Japan. Furthermore, he encouraged JCA to explore more effective methods for Japanese language training, especially in technical terminology, which has posed challenges for Cambodian workers.
Both parties emphasized the significance of human resource development for national growth in both Cambodia and Japan. This is particularly relevant as Japan faces a shortage of young labour. H.E. Heng Sour also pointed out the ongoing cooperation with various partners, including Japanese companies like Toyota, reaffirming Cambodia's openness to investment and collaboration in TVET and labour mobility.
H.E. Takahashi Fumiaki, on his part, expressed his appreciation for the Ministry's support and reaffirmed JCA's commitment to expanding cooperation, especially in workforce development and labour deployment to Japan.