South Korea provides US$500,000 to support displaced children’s return to classroom

Young children at the Wat Chan Si Temporary Shelter, in O’Chrov district, Banteay Meanchey province, enjoy a fun painting activity. - Photo: The Phnom Penh Post/ ANN

PHNOM PENH: The government of South Korea has pledged US$500,000 to support children and families affected by the recent Cambodia–Thailand border conflict, with the funding expected to help more than 24,000 children return safely to school after months of disruption.

Announced in a joint press release with UNICEF Cambodia, the contribution will finance a 12-month integrated programme covering education, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and child protection services, all aimed at accelerating recovery in conflict-affected communities and strengthening long-term resilience.