International Literacy Day: Addressing Literacy Challenges in ASEAN
A report released on September 8th, International Literacy Day, sheds light on the concerning state of literacy rates in ASEAN countries. Cambodia, with a literacy rate of 78.35%, holds the unfortunate title of having the lowest literacy levels in the region, ranking 160th globally.
“The importance of literacy cannot be overstated. It goes beyond acquiring knowledge; it is about dignity and human rights,” says literacy advocate Jane Doe.
Least Literate Countries in ASEAN
- Cambodia: With a literacy rate of 78.35%, Cambodia ranks 160th globally.
- Laos: Laos follows closely behind with a literacy rate of 79.87%, ranking 154th globally.
- Burma: Burma has made significant progress, with a literacy rate of 93.09%, placing it at 123rd globally.
However, with the pending inclusion of Timor-Leste as a full member of ASEAN, Cambodia’s status as the least literate nation in the region is set to change. Timor-Leste currently has a literacy rate of 64.27%, ranking 179th globally. This progress calls for acknowledgment and congratulations as ASEAN works towards empowering societies through literacy.
September 8th is International Literacy Day.
International Literacy Day
Cambodia 🇰🇭 is the country where the least literate people in ASEAN are 78.35% (ranked 160 in the world).
“The importance of literacy It’s about dignity and human rights.”
The 3 least literate countries in ASEAN
1. Cambodia has 78.35% literate people (world rank 160)
2. Laos has 79.87% literate people (world rank 154)
3. Burma has 93.09% literate people (world rank 123)
However, missing Timor-Leste Become a full member of ASEAN Cambodia will no longer be the least literate nation in ASEAN because Timor has 64.27% literate people (world rank 179) Congratulations in advance.
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