A land of tropical rainforests, lush highlands, exotic animals, flowing rivers, off-shore islands and ancient temples. 

 

In the 1960s it was a country of prosperity and Western influences.  Education, health, fashion, transport, building developments and infrastructure were evolving harmoniously within a rich culture and beautiful religions. 

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Education was important; the western education model was implemented alongside their traditional educational system.   

 

It was a progressive and somewhat, peaceful country.

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Then why is Cambodia now one of the poorest, poverty stricken and uneducated countries in the world?