Gov’t Reclassifies Over 1600ha of Natural Lake in Thbong Khmum as Multi-Purpose Area

• Sommana Yan
• 6 December 2021
• Local News
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The Cambodian government has reclassified a natural lake known as ‘Kade Lake’, located in Baray village, Chhouk commune, Kroachmar district in Thbong Khmum province, as a multi-purpose area for better management and smarter usage.

In a sub-decree dated 15 November, the lake area covers a total of 1,643 hectares of land.

Meanwhile, the main purpose of reclassification is to ensure the protection and prevention of the beauty of nature, ecosystem, biology, environment, and culture.

The reclassification will also help promote the production and usage of local products and services in a sustainable manner.

The area will be controlled by the Ministry of Environment in collaboration with relevant ministries/institutions and local authorities to ensure environment protection, biological conservation, and benefits for locals. (Read more)

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