Shifting the Tradition: A Strategy for Southeast Asia’s Future Manufacturing in a Fragmented World
Author: Dr CHHORN Dina, Centre Director at CDRI’s Centre for Development Economics and TradeKey messagesSoutheast Asia’s traditional manufacturing model, replicating the East Asian industrial pathway, is losing relevance amid rising wages, demogra...
CDRI welcomed a delegation from the Central Foreign Affairs Commission (CFAC)
On 02 June 2025, CDRI welcomed a delegation from China, led by Mr Liu Jinghua, Vice President of the China Economic Cooperation Centre (CECC) of the Central Foreign Affairs Commission (CFAC) for a discussion on the present dynamics of Cambodia-China...
Cambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI) and the Mekong Institute (MI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding
On 23rd May 2025, the Cambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI) and the Mekong Institute (MI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the Cooperation and Partnership in Joint Policy Research and Capacity Development.
Professor Kilkon Presents at CDRI on Digital Transformation and Data Innovation
CDRI was delighted to welcome Professor Kilkon Ko, Vice President of Seoul National University and Director of the Global Development Institute for Public Affairs, who visited our campus last Friday to deliver an engaging presentation on Digital Tran...
Virtual MOU Signing Ceremony with the ASEAN+3 Finance Think-tank Network
CDRI is deeply honored to announce our membership in the ASEAN+3 Finance Think-tank Network. We are excited to collaborate with leading think tanks and research institutions across the ASEAN+3 region to strengthen policy discussions and advance macro...
CDRI gathered to celebrate the Khmer New Year
On 10 April 2025, CDRI gathered to celebrate the Khmer New Year with a day full of joy and tradition. Our celebration featured a monk blessing ceremony, lively traditional dances, fun traditional games, and a festive dinner. It was a heartwarming opp...
Subnational Policy Dialogue: Strengthening Climate-Resilient and Inclusive WASH Services
Key Takeaways from the Subnational Policy Dialogue: Strengthening Climate-Resilient and Inclusive WASH Services On 3rd April 2025, CDRI successfully organised Subnational Policy Dialogue in Pursat Province, bringing together key stakeholders to disc...
Cambodia Outlook Conference 2025
PHNOM PENH, March 4, 2025 - Cambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI) has successfully organised the Cambodia Outlook Conference 2025 under the theme "Cambodia's New Growth Strategy: Priorities for High Quality and Sustainable Development." The...
CDRI Annual Staff Retreat
From 15 to 18 January, CDRI hosted our 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐟𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 in Sihanoukville Province, providing an opportunity to enhance team collaboration with CDRI’s strategic vision, mission, and core values for the year ahead, and strengthen team cohesion thro...
Towards Future-Ready Schools in Cambodia: Building Resilience and Ensuring Quality
Author: Dr CHEA Sathya, Research Fellow at CDRI's Centre for Educational Research and Innovation Future-ready schools are initiatives designed to enhance student's learning experiences and empower them to thrive in an ever-changing world. Based o...