In brief
In a statement on National Nutrition Day, Prime Minister Hun Manet outlined Cambodia’s plan to achieve universal access to safe, nutritious food by 2030, aiming to lower under‑five stunting below 19 % and wasting below 6 %. While the targets are clear, progress data and specific action plans remain unconfirmed.
On Friday, Prime Minister Hun Manet declared that Cambodia will pursue universal access to adequate, safe, and nutritious food by 2030, a pledge made during the 13th National Nutrition Day. The announcement listed clear benchmarks: the under‑five stunting rate should fall below 19 % and the wasting rate should be reduced to under 6 % by that year.
The leader emphasized that food security and nutrition are crucial for human capital development, better work efficiency, sustainable growth, and social progress. He noted that Cambodia has made remarkable strides in nutrition and human capital over the past two decades, thanks to government efforts and cross‑sector collaboration.
Hun Manet acknowledged remaining challenges, including stunting, wasting, anemia, obesity, and micronutrient deficiencies. He said the nation would continue to address these issues through ongoing, effective solutions.
While the 2030 targets are officially set, concrete progress metrics and detailed implementation plans have not yet been released, leaving the trajectory of Cambodia’s nutrition strategy unconfirmed at this time.