Group 1 - The 2025 World Vocational College Skills Competition (Southeast Asia Region) recently concluded in Cambodia, showcasing the importance of vocational skills for youth empowerment [1] - The competition featured 60 teams and 200 participants from Southeast Asian countries, emphasizing the craftsmanship spirit and excellence of contemporary vocational students [1] - Six projects from the Cambodian-Chinese University of Technology won gold medals, while nine projects from Indonesia and fifteen from the Philippines received silver and bronze medals, respectively [1] Group 2 - The event marked a significant step in the cooperation between China and Cambodia in vocational education, transitioning from "project cooperation" to "platform co-construction" [2] - The Cambodian government has prioritized vocational education reform, with China being a key partner in this strategic initiative [3] - The successful hosting of the competition lays a foundation for regional vocational skills cooperation and highlights the value of vocational education [3]