Laws and Regulation
Draft Sub-Decree to Tackle Public Infrastructure Encroachment Takes Another Step Forward
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) has held another meeting to update and speed up progress on the draft sub-decree on land management along public roads and railways, showing another step forward to the end of public infrastructure encroachment. The meeting was held last week and chaired by Secretary of State of MPWT […]
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5 Essential Things to Know When Owning Adjoining Property in Cambodia
Did you know that according to the Civil Code, the owner of a landlocked property/land can demand to build an access route passing through neighbouring lands? And if the neighbouring landowner does not agree to the request, you can file a complaint to the court? This is just one of the rights for adjoining property […]
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Property Taxpayers Urged to Make Payment Before September Deadline
The General Department of Taxation (GDT) has reminded all property owners subject to tax to declare and pay either the property tax or unused land tax for 2021 before 30 September, according to a GDT announcement on Tuesday 08 June. GDT added that, to date, there are still many property owners yet to declare their […]
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Review of Draft Law on Payment Guarantee for Four Large-Scale Energy Projects Complete
The National Assembly (NA) Committee has completed the review on four draft laws securing that the government will make payments as agreed to three private firms for investing in four large-scale energy-related projects. These four draft laws will be included in the agenda of the upcoming 6th National Assembly session, according to the NA’s meeting […]
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Phnom Penh City Hall Orders Immediate Demolition of Illegal Construction on River
The Phnom Penh Municipal Administration has ordered the immediate demolition of all illegal fish farms, floating houses, and all unregulated structures on the Tonle Sap River within the boundaries of Phnom Penh. The authorities also stated that non-compliance will result in severe action with no liability for damages. The announcement released today said that there […]
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Battambang Authorities Pledge to Strengthen Crackdowns on State Land Encroachments
The Battambang provincial administration has pledged to closely work with relevant officers to strengthen the crackdown on state land encroachments, especially in the mangrove forest area, according to an officials’ meeting on 27 May. During the meeting, Battambang Governor HE Nguon Rattanak said that the provincial administration has thus far prevented and taken action against […]
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Gov’t Mulls Including Sewage & Wastewater Treatment Fees in Water Bills
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) is considering including the sewage and wastewater treatment services fee into monthly water bills, perceiving it as a mechanism to help responsible companies maintain sufficient funds to upgrade and manage sewage system more effectively. This is according to the 4th progress discussion on the project between MPWT […]
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Locals Receiving State Land in Koh Kong Must Apply for Permit Prior to Any Developments
Citizens who claim to have obtained state land from protected zones in Koh Kong province must request for a permit before starting to clear the forest or develop any constructions on the land, according to a Botum Sakor District Administration announcement on 18 May. The announcement stated that the locations required for development permits include […]
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Understanding Property Leasing Contracts in Cambodia Based on the Civil Code
For most people, a property leasing contract is simply an agreement with two parties. However, if the lease is made on a large scale such as to a company or a foreigner, the leasing procedure or contract will require more steps and legal conditions to avoid disputes. Let’s find out. A lease contract is a […]
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Kampong Cham Authorities Warn About Severe Legal Action Against Mangrove Forest Encroachment
The Kampong Cham Provincial Administration has ordered relevant officials to prevent any illegal encroachment on mangrove forest land and warned that severe legal action would be taken against the encroachers, according to a meeting of officials on 17 May. The meeting focused on solving the encroachment case on a mangrove forest land plot in the […]
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