The International Relations Office (IRO) of the Royal University of Phnom Penh (RUPP) serves as the primary unit responsible for managing and expanding the university’s global partnerships. The office coordinates international academic collaboration, oversees exchange programs, supports visiting scholars, and facilitates opportunities for students and staff to engage in global learning. By promoting international cooperation, the IRO plays a key role in enhancing the university’s academic reputation, strengthening cross-cultural understanding, and contributing to RUPP’s commitment to global engagement and development.

To become a leading center for international cooperation, fostering meaningful global partnerships that enrich education, research, and cultural exchange at RUPP.

• Strengthen International Collaboration: Build and maintain strategic partnerships with universities, organizations, and institutions around the world.
• Promote Global Mobility: Facilitate student and staff exchange programs, scholarships, internships, and international study opportunities.
• Support International Visitors: Provide assistance to visiting scholars, delegations, and research collaborators to ensure successful academic engagement.
• Enhance Global Awareness: Encourage intercultural understanding and international participation within the RUPP community.
• Facilitate International Projects: Coordinate international grants, research cooperation, and development programs that support RUPP’s academic goals.

1. Expand international partnerships through agreements, MoUs, and collaborative academic programs.

2. Increase student and staff participation in international exchanges, training, and scholarship opportunities.

3. Promote internationalization at home through seminars, cultural activities, and collaborative academic events.

4. Coordinate international delegations and provide professional support to visiting scholars and institutions.

5. Strengthen communication with global partners through effective coordination and timely information sharing.

6. Support international research collaboration by assisting in project development, proposal submission, and partnership networking.

7. Improve administrative systems by adopting modern tools for managing mobility, agreements, and international activities.

8. Enhance staff capacity through continuous training in international cooperation, communication, and project management.

9. Ensure transparency and accountability in managing international programs, scholarships, and partnership agreements.