One baby out of ten dies before reaching their first birthday. Despite a growing economy and some improved development, under-5 mortality has risen over the last 10 years. We are now counting 124 deaths per 1,000 live births among Cambodian children under the age of five, as compared to 115 deaths 10 years ago.

Cambodia is unlikely to meet Goal 4 unless decisive actions are taken to reduce the very high rate of malnutrition, increase the number of trained health personnel, improve sanitation and immunization coverage, access to health care and adequate funding to the health sector.

Performance against CMDG targets 2005