On March 27, 2025, H.E. Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation, received Cambodian recipients of the 2025 Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship, ahead of their departure for Japan on April 1, 2025.

As requested by the awardees, Minister Vanndy discussed MISTI's portfolio and Cambodia’s national development strategies, highlighting the country’s commitment to industrial transformation and innovation-driven growth. He also shared personal advice on living and studying in Japan, encouraging the students to maintain control and fully embrace this valuable opportunity.

The 2025 MEXT Scholarship awarded 31 Cambodians, with 9 pursuing research degrees, 2 bachelor’s students, 10 pursuing technical associate degrees, and 10 in technical and vocational training.