Cambodia: Schools to remain closed until end of 2020; govt reports 2 new virus cases – 141 in total

Cambodia’s Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport will delay school openings and high school graduation examinations until the end of the year to prevent a second wave of Covid-19, reports VNA.

Minister of Education, Youth and Sport Hang Chuon Naron said schools will be reopened if they can adhere to high standards or Covid-19 prevention and control.

Speaking at a press conference for the construction of the “Centre for Digital and Distance Education” at Preah Sisowath High School last weekend, the minister said although the government moves to offer digital learning services, about half of Cambodia’s 3 million students still cannot fully access online lessons.

In full: https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2020/06/28/cambodia-schools-to-remain-closed-until-end-of-2020-govt-reports-2-new-virus-cases—141-in-total

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