Government Takes Action to Relocate Floating Houses Around Tonle Sap Lake to Safeguard Biodiversity
In a significant move to protect the biodiversity of Tonle Sap Lake, the Royal Government has announced the establishment of a special task force aimed at relocating floating houses in five provinces surrounding the lake to the mainland. This initiative is outlined in Decision No. 86, which was officially dated July 10, 2025. The decision […]
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Chinese Companies Set to Boost Cambodia’s Environmental Sustainability Efforts
In a pivotal development for environmental sustainability in Cambodia, three leading Chinese companies have announced their interest in investing in the country’s clean environment initiatives. With extensive experience in wastewater treatment systems, these firms recently unveiled their investment proposals to the Cambodian Ministry of Environment. During a meeting on July 7, 2025, His Excellency Eang […]
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Cambodia and AFoCO Set to Sign New MoU to Enhance Carbon Credit Initiatives
In a significant move towards sustainable forest management, Cambodia is poised to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Asian Forestry Cooperation Organization (AFoCO). This collaboration is aimed at enhancing the management of carbon credits from forests, which is expected to reinforce reforestation efforts and improve forest fire prevention strategies across the nation. This […]
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Koh Kong Provincial Authorities Take Major Steps Toward Sustainable Waste Management
In a significant move to enhance environmental management, the Koh Kong Provincial Authorities have announced plans to develop over 90 hectares of land into a standardized garbage and solid waste disposal site. Governor Lok Chumteav Mithona Phu Thong highlighted this initiative during a press briefing following the environmental promotion program “Cultivating Clean and Green Ideas […]
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Cambodian King Calls for Collaborative Action Against Plastic Pollution
In a passionate address to the nation, His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni urged all stakeholders to join forces in managing plastic waste to safeguard the environment. This appeal coincides with National Environment Day and World Environment Day on 5 June, which this year emphasises the urgent need to “Beat Plastic Pollution.” His Majesty emphasised that […]
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Shinto Holdings Expresses Interest in Investing in Environment & AI Sectors in Cambodia
In a recent meeting in Tokyo, Japan, Prime Minister Hun Manet discussed potential investment opportunities in Cambodia with Deng Minghui, President of Shinto Holdings Inc. The Japanese company focuses on environmental initiatives and artificial intelligence (AI) as part of its investment strategy. Shinto Holdings, established in 1984 and listed on the Japanese stock exchange, boasts […]
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Ministry of Environment & STEM Cambodia Launch Innovative Tree Growth Tracking App
In a significant step towards fostering environmental stewardship among the youth, the Ministry of Environment has announced a collaboration with STEM Cambodia to develop the CHAKRA STEM App, an innovative tool designed to monitor tree growth and enhance awareness of ecological conservation. The memorandum of understanding was formalized during a ceremony attended by HE Mao […]
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European Companies Explore Medical Waste Management Investment in Cambodia
In a significant step towards enhancing environmental sustainability in Cambodia, Ecosteryl, a Belgian company, has expressed a keen interest in investing in medical waste management. This initiative aims to address the pressing issue of medical waste and plastic pollution in the country. The discussions took place during a meeting on 20 May 2025, between […]
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Innovative Collaboration Aims to Transform Rainwater into Drinking Water for Cambodian Hospitals
In a ground-breaking initiative, the Royal Academy of Cambodia, alongside Seoul National University from the Republic of Korea and the international organisation Rain For All (RFA), is embarking on a pioneering project to recycle rainwater for drinking purposes at public hospitals across Cambodia. On 16 May 2025, a significant meeting took place, led by […]
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Kandal Province to Benefit from New Weather Radar System
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology is set to enhance weather forecasting capabilities in Kandal province with the installation of a new radar system in the Phnom Prasit area of Ponhea Leu district. This initiative, aimed at providing quicker and more accurate weather forecasts, was announced during a project inspection led by HE […]
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