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Economic Social and Cultural Council of Cambodia

Cambodia’s Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC) is a government body established in 2009, attached to the Office of the Council of Ministers. Originally known as the “Economic, Social and Cultural Observatory” (OBSESC) from 1996, it was transformed into its current form by Royal Decree in February 2009. The Council monitors economic, social, and cultural developments, researches challenges, reviews draft legislation related to these sectors, and provides recommendations to the Royal Government. The General Secretariat, established by Sub-Decree No. 44 in March 2009, handles daily operations and is headed by a Secretary-General with the rank of Secretary of State or Under Secretary of State.

Country of Registration:
Cambodia
Entity Type:
Domestic Party or Government Institution
Chinese Name:
柬埔寨經濟社會及文化理事會
Founding Date:
01.01.2009
Address:
HW97+WFP, Jok Dimitrov Blvd, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Website Link:
https://www.ecosocc.gov.kh/
Current Status:
Active

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