Pannasastra University Of Cambodia

Pannasastra University Of Cambodia is a private, non-profit educational institution registered in the U.S. federal government's System for Award Management (SAM) since December 14, 2014, with registration valid through September 3, 2026. Located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, the university primarily engages with the U.S. government through cooperative agreements and grants focused on public diplomacy, cultural exchange, and educational outreach programs between the United States and Cambodia. The institution serves as a critical partner in facilitating cross-cultural understanding and educational initiatives, leveraging its strategic position to support U.S. diplomatic and cultural engagement in the Southeast Asian region.

Through its federal contract awards, Pannasastra University Of Cambodia has demonstrated a focused approach to operational support, specifically receiving a firm fixed-price contract from the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs. The contract, valued at $70,962.96, is designed to support operational activities for the EducationUSA and AMCAM exchange programs. The contract, which runs through September 29, 2026, does not have a specific set-aside designation and is structured as a purchase order, indicating a straightforward operational support arrangement with the U.S. government.

The university's federal grant awards are predominantly centered on cultural exchange, educational programming, and diplomatic initiatives. The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs have been the primary funding agencies for these grants. Key grant activities include supporting America250 time travel exhibits, AI and cybersecurity programs at American Corners in Cambodia, AMCAM exchange operations, EducationUSA advising center outreach, programs commemorating 75 years of U.S.-Cambodia diplomatic relations, and initiatives like the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs. These cooperative agreements and project grants typically range from supporting youth initiatives and creative programs to cross-border environmental challenge discussions, demonstrating the university's versatile role in facilitating educational and cultural engagement between the United States and Cambodia.