H.E. Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation on August 20, 2024 received a Nepalese delegation from various ministries-institutions keen to learn from Cambodia's experience in developing its informal economy.

The Nepalese officials, facing similar challenges in their country, sought to understand Cambodia’s strategies for transitioning informal enterprises into the formal sector, a critical component of both nations' economic and social development efforts.

Minister Vanndy outlined Cambodia’s efforts to tackle issues in the informal sector, emphasizing the strong support of Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Prime Minister and the government's commitment to formalizing these economic entities, which constitute a significant majority of the economy. 

The Nepalese delegation expressed particular interest in Cambodia’s approach to intra-governmental coordination and the development of digital platform for registration of the informal sector. Minister Vanndy advised the delegation on the importance of data collection and clear communication with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation.