Koh Kong Authority Confiscates 102ha of Illegally Encroached Land

The Koh Kong Provincial Administration has confiscated 102 hectares of land in Tuol Kokir Kraom village, Tuol Korkir commune, Mondol Seima district from illegal encroachers and converted it back to state private land.

According to the decision No. 005/22 dated 14 January 2022, the authority also nullified all titles deeds, or any ownership documents related to the aforementioned land.

Koh Kong Provincial Governor HE Mithona Phouthong last year also ordered commune and Sangkat officers to stop approving or signing off on all illegal protected land transaction documents and also voided all the previously signed transactions.

Those documents include land transfers, land use permissions, state land purchase agreements, land boundary and location verifications, among other related land transaction documents made in all natural-protected areas and biodiversity corridors of Koh Kong province. (Read more)

 

 

- Video Advertisement -

Related Post

Cambodia gov’t is Set the Tour Packages for Khnang Phsa Mountain

The Cambodian government, through the Ministry of Tourism, is set to introduce special tour packages aimed at boosting tourism at Khnang Phsa Mountain. Minister of Tourism H.E. Huot Hak announced this initiative during a recent visit to the tourist area in Kampong Speu province. Khnang Phsa Mountain, known for its stunning natural landscapes, connects the […]

Ministry of Environment Launches National Road Cleanup Campaign Across Cambodia

The Ministry of Environment has announced an extensive campaign to clean up litter on 126 national roads across Cambodia. This initiative, named “National Roads Free of Garbage and Plastic Waste,” was officially launched by HE Eang Sophallet, Minister of Environment, as part of a broader effort to promote environmental responsibility among citizens. During the launch […]

Cambodia Set to Invest Nearly USD1 Billion in Sihanoukville’s Development as a Regional Logistics Hub

In a significant step towards enhancing its economic infrastructure, the Cambodian government has unveiled plans to invest nearly $1 billion in the development of Sihanoukville into a major regional logistics hub by 2029. This ambitious investment will unfold in three key phases. The first phase, focusing on the expansion of Sihanoukville Port, is already underway, […]

Cambodia Implements New Regulations for Electrical and Electronic Waste Management

In a significant move to enhance environmental safety, the Ministry of Environment in Cambodia has established new guidelines for the management of electrical and electronic waste (e-waste). This initiative, outlined in Prakas No. 2196/0325 dated March 18, 2025, aims to ensure that manufacturers, importers, and exclusive suppliers of electrical and electronic equipment adhere to environmentally […]

Prime Minister Hun Manet Advocates for Preservation of Ecotourism Areas

In a fervent address at the opening ceremony of the 9th River Festival, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen emphasized the importance of protecting the nation’s ecotourism areas from high-rise developments and intrusive residential projects. The Prime Minister urged local authorities to meticulously scrutinize any proposed developments from the private sector that could compromise the integrity […]

Cambodia Set to Launch Digital Professionals Association to Empower Future Workforce

In a significant move to enhance the digital landscape, Cambodia’s Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications, alongside the Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sports, has announced the establishment of a Digital Professionals Association. This innovative initiative is designed to foster collaboration and advance skill development in nine critical areas that are essential for the nation’s digital […]