Cambodia and China have signed a joint agreement to enhance the protection of nearly 60K hectares of mangrove forests

• 18 October 2024
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On October 12, 2024, the General Department of Protected Areas at the Cambodian Ministry of Environment and the International Mangrove Center, based in China, agreed to collaborate in protecting natural areas and restoring Cambodia’s mangrove ecosystem, which spans a total area of 58,800 hectares.

The agreement was signed in the presence of HE Srey Sunleang, Director General of the General Department of Protected Areas, and Mr. Kong Fanchang, Deputy Director General and Representative of the International Mangrove Center. The focus of this collaboration includes strengthening cooperation, exchanging experiences, rehabilitating mangrove forests, and raising public awareness about the importance of mangrove ecosystems in Cambodia.

During the signing ceremony, HE Srey Sunleang emphasized that this cooperation aligns with the country’s goals for environmental sustainability. He expressed optimism that the establishment of the International Mangrove Center would facilitate global collaboration to restore and conserve mangrove forests both locally and internationally.

Currently, Cambodia has a total of 58,800 hectares of mangrove forest. Koh Kong boasts the largest mangrove area among the coastal provinces, covering 46,529 hectares, which accounts for nearly 79% of the total mangrove forest in Cambodia. Sihanoukville follows with 9,352 hectares, Kampot has 1,966 hectares, and Kep has 1,005 hectares of mangrove forest.

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