Ministry of Culture and Arts

The Ministry

Welcome Remarks

The Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts warmly welcomes you to our official website. This platform has been created to promote, preserve, and celebrate the rich cultural identity and heritage of Cambodia.

Through this site, we hope visitors will discover valuable insights into our traditional arts, cultural heritage, and ongoing cultural activities that reflect the depth and vibrancy of Khmer civilization.

We invite you to explore further, participate, and collaborate with us in safeguarding and promoting our national cultural legacy for present and future generations.

Thank you!

“Cambodia’s culture is our collective memory, and it is our responsibility to safeguard it while inspiring creativity for tomorrow. Under our mandate, we dedicate ourselves to heritage conservation, the flourishing of arts, and cultural education for all citizens.”

H.E. Phoeurng Sackona Minister of Culture and Fine Arts

Our Mission

The Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts is the national authority responsible for safeguarding, promoting, and developing the Kingdom of Cambodia’s rich cultural heritage, creative industries, and artistic expressions. The Ministry leads policy formulation, heritage protection, cultural education, and international cooperation to enrich national identity and support sustainable cultural development.

Preservation and Promotion

Safeguarding Cambodia’s tangible and intangible cultural heritage, including ancient temples, traditional arts, music, and dance.

Education and Awareness

Raising public awareness about the importance of cultural heritage and integrating cultural education into national curricula.

Cultural Development

Encouraging the growth and evolution of contemporary arts and cultural expressions within the country.

International Collaboration

Engaging with international partners to promote Cambodian culture globally and to facilitate cultural exchanges.

Our Vision

The vision of the ministry of culture and fine arts is to focus on

Foster National Identity

Strengthen national unity and pride through the celebration and understanding of Cambodia’s cultural heritage.

Achieve
Sustainable Development

Utilize cultural heritage as a foundation for sustainable economic and social development, including the promotion of cultural tourism.

Enhance Global Presence

Position Cambodia as a country rich in cultural assets, contributing to global cultural diversity and dialogue.

Key Functions and Initiatives

These functions aim to protect and restore cultural heritage, promote Cambodian culture through events and exhibitions, establish policies to safeguard cultural assets, and strengthen institutions and practitioners through continuous capacity building.

Heritage Conservation

Overseeing the restoration and maintenance of historical sites and monuments, such as the Angkor Wat temple complex.

Cultural Events

Organizing festivals, exhibitions, and performances to showcase Cambodian culture both domestically and internationally.

Policy Development

Formulating policies and regulations to protect cultural properties and support artists and cultural practitioners.

Capacity Building

Providing training and resources to individuals and institutions involved in cultural preservation and promotion.

About The Minister :
H.E Dr. Phoeurng Sackona

H.E. Phoeurng Sackona ភឿង សកុណា (8 Oct. 1959), Cambodia’s Minister of Culture and Fine Arts since 2013, has launched a vast program for the preservation of cultural heritage.

At an early age, Dr. Sackona lost her parents and three siblings during the Khmer Rouge régime. Resuming her studies in the 1980’s, she graduated with a MD in chemical engineering after being granted a scholarship in Russia, and later obtained a PhD in microbiology at University of Bourgogne, France. Fluent in several languages, she translated books from Russian and, in 2020, George Groslier’s 1913 seminal essay on Cambodian dance from French.

Some Highlights of
H.E Phoeurng Sackona During Her Mandate

Some key milestones for Khmer culture promotion and safeguarding.

Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage

Between 2021 and 2024, Cambodia successfully recovered 220 looted artifacts, including statues and jewelry, from private collectors and museums abroad.

International Collaboration and Recognition

H.E Dr. Phoeurng Sackona has actively participated in UNESCO events, highlighting Cambodia’s commitment to cultural preservation.

Protection of Cultural Sites and Reduction of Cultural Crimes

In collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, 27 new cultural heritage sites were identified within protected areas, emphasizing the importance of preserving Cambodia’s rich history.

Promotion of Arts and Cultural Events

The ministry has organized and co-organized significant cultural events, including National Culture Day and the Angkor Sangkran festival, fostering national pride and cultural awareness.

The Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts
Organizational Chart

The organizational chart outlines the Ministry’s structure, highlighting the roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines that ensure effective governance, coordination, and implementation of cultural policies, programs, and heritage management nationwide.

Departments & Units of the Ministry

The ministry is organized into departments focusing on cultural heritage, performing arts, museums, archaeological conservation, and international cooperation. The Minister is supported by a Secretariat and Directors responsible for core functions nationwide.

Department of Cultural Heritage

Responsible for the preservation and management of tangible and intangible cultural assets.

Department of Fine Arts

Oversees the development and promotion of visual arts, including painting, sculpture, and related fields.

Department of Performing Arts

Manages traditional and contemporary performing arts such as dance, theater, and music.

Department of Cinema and Cultural Diffusion

Handles film-related activities and the dissemination of cultural information.

Department of Research and Training

Focuses on cultural research initiatives and the training of personnel in cultural fields.

Department of
Administration and Finance

Manages administrative tasks and financial operations within the ministry.

Department of Planning and International Cooperation

Coordinates cultural planning and collaborates with international partners.

Department of Antiquities and Archeology

Ce membre de l’équipe se spécialise dans l’expertise technique et les solutions innovantes.

National Authorities

National Heritage Management Authorities are specialized public institutions responsible for the protection, conservation, research, and sustainable management of Cambodia’s most significant archaeological and cultural heritage sites, in close coordination with national policies and international standards.

APSARA National Authority

Responsible for the protection, research, conservation, and sustainable management of the Angkor archaeological parks, ensuring the preservation of Cambodia’s most significant heritage sites.

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Preah Vihear National Authority

Oversees the conservation, management, and promotion of the Preah Vihear Temple and its surrounding heritage landscape, in coordination with national and international stakeholders.

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Sambor Prei Kuk National Authority

Manages the safeguarding, conservation, and sustainable development of the Sambor Prei Kuk archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage property, while supporting research and community engagement.

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