New orphanage sub-decree aims to protect children

The Ministry of Social Affairs yesterday issued a new sub-decree ordering all orphanages to get a permit, submit to inspections and limit the conditions under which children can be admitted.

According to many experts, including Social Affairs Minister Vong Soth, orphanage care does more harm than good to children, who are frequently exploited for sympathy money from tourists. …

 Igor Kossov
http://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/new-orphanage-sub-decree-aims-protect-children

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