Government Strategizes Mitigation for 28 Irrigation Systems Along Funan Techo Canal Route

• Proeksa Meas
• 19 April 2026
• Construction Focus
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Preliminary assessment identifies nearly 40,000 hectares of affected farmland as stakeholders coordinate to ensure seamless water resource integration

A preliminary technical assessment has revealed that 28 irrigation systems covering a total area of 39,678 hectares along the path of the Funan Techo Integrated Water Resource Management project will be impacted by its development. This finding was the central focus of a high-level coordination meeting held on April 7, 2026, to evaluate and address the potential effects on irrigation and drainage infrastructure within the project’s footprint.

The meeting was presided over by His Excellency Thor Chetha, Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology, and included representatives from the Ministry of Public Works and Transport. Key private sector partners were also in attendance, including officials from Funan Techo Inland Waterways and Logistics Co., Ltd., and the China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), highlighting the collaborative nature of the project’s planning phase.

According to the data presented by the technical team from the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology, these 28 systems play a vital role in supporting the agricultural productivity of nearly 40,000 hectares. The discussions emphasized the necessity of balancing the canal’s large-scale engineering requirements with the ongoing water needs of local farming communities. Stakeholders are now working to develop integrated solutions that will maintain irrigation services while allowing construction to proceed on the landmark waterway.

During the session, Minister Thor Chetha underscored the importance of precision and cooperation between technical experts and the construction firms. He noted that the primary goal is to ensure that the Funan Techo project serves as a catalyst for national growth without compromising existing water management capabilities. By identifying these 28 systems early in the process, the government aims to incorporate mitigation strategies into the final engineering designs.

Moving forward, the inter-ministerial committee and its partners will continue to conduct detailed field studies to refine the impact assessments. This proactive approach is intended to guarantee that the historic canal project, once completed, will coexist harmoniously with the kingdom’s agricultural infrastructure, providing enhanced water security and economic opportunities for the provinces it traverses. (read more)

• irrigation
• Funan Techo