The theme for this year’s conference, Strengthening Freedom of Expression in the Digital Era, underscored the growing importance of ensuring a free and vibrant media environment amid rapid digital transformation. The conference, through its three interconnected themes provided a platform for dialogue on strategies and best practices to help Cambodia's media thrive in the digital age.

This event is part of UNESCO’s broader efforts in Cambodia to promote and strengthen media development and freedom of expression, implemented in collaboration with national stakeholders, OHCHR, and with financial support from the Swedish International Development Agency.

The conference emphasized the need for continued collaboration from all relevant stakeholders to address the challenges facing Cambodia’s media sector. UNESCO, together with key relevant stakeholders, stressed the importance of collective efforts and the enhancement of ethical journalism and media sustainability, contributing to the advancement of media and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. UNESCO will continue to work with its partners to support media reforms and build capacity, especially in light of the digital transformation.