"This briefing note provides preliminary information as input for Senate Region 5, with a view to planning a field mission to two provinces, Kep and Kampot, at the end of March 2016. It will focus on the capacity and performance of the commune and sangkat in Kep and Kampot. The briefing note will address research questions focusing on the challenges and possible solutions commune and sangkat councils focusing on three main points: 1. Developing, implementing and monitoring the success of their Commune/Sangkat Development plan, focusing on irrigation, road and electricity development. 2. Providing general public services such as civil registration, etc. 3. Implementing the Village Commune/Sangkat Safety Policy for ensuring local social order and security.
