Strengthening Cooperation in Science, Technology, and Innovation

Phnom Penh, October 1, 2026

The National Institute of Science, Technology and Innovation (NISTI), led by H.E. Dr. Keo Socheat, held a meeting with Dr. Hor Sivmey, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Chemical and Food Engineering at the Institute of Technology of Cambodia, and Dr. Caroline Douney, Professor and Researcher at the University of Liège, Belgium, to explore opportunities for collaboration.

The meeting aimed to identify potential areas of cooperation between NISTI and the participating institutions, particularly in packaging technology and food product development to support micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).

During the discussion, the participants exchanged ideas and explored practical approaches to collaboration, focusing on challenges related to packaging, food processing, and technical training for MSMEs.

The meeting marked an important step toward establishing a foundation for future cooperation and joint projects that could contribute to enterprise development and promote innovation in Cambodia.