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Hun Manet calls for coordinated action on nutrition and public health

Nutrition and health depend on linked services, including food, healthcare, education, clean water and sanitation.

Friday 6 November · 06:02 · 1 min read

In 30 seconds

  • Prime Minister Hun Manet said government bodies and partners must work more closely to tackle malnutrition. [1]
  • He called for stronger food systems, healthcare, education and social protection. [1]
  • His call also included clean water and sanitation as parts of improving public health. [1]

What happened

Prime Minister Hun Manet called on ministries, institutions, development partners and the private sector to work more closely together. He said coordinated action across food systems, healthcare, education, social protection, clean water and sanitation is needed to tackle malnutrition and improve public health.

Why it matters

The approach described connects nutrition with services people use, such as healthcare, education and clean water. The report does not specify new programmes or results.

Key terms
Malnutrition
A condition caused by not getting the right amount or types of nutrients.
Social protection
Support or services intended to help people meet basic needs.

Sources (1)

[1] Khmer Times PM calls for stronger action to improve nutrition and public health 6 Nov

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