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Where we work
Cambodia
 Map courtesy UNIAP |
Socio-economic Overview
Demography:
- Total population: 13.3 million
- Urban 17% Rural 83%
- Population under age 20: 56% (1998)
Education:
- Literacy rates age (15+): 80% (M), 58% (F)
- Primary enrolment: 96% (M) 91% (F)
- Secondary enrolment: 30% (M) 19% (F)
Economy:
- GDP/ capita: $ 1,446
- Population below national poverty line: 40% (rural), 14% (urban)
Unemployment (2000): 2.5%
Source: UNDP (2002), World Bank, CIA Government Publications, UNESCAP Statistical Yearbook 2004, UNESCO (UIS) 2002-03
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The situation:
Cambodia is one of the least developed countries in the Greater Mekong Sub-region. Victims of human trafficking originate here, arrive and pass through from other countries such as Viet Nam, and are exploited within the country in destination areas such as Phnom Penh, and the tourist areas of Siem Reap and Sihanouk Ville. Thailand is the primary destination for most cross-border migrants – and victims of trafficking – with young people most commonly exploited in prostitution, on fishing boats and as street beggars.
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