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The Ministry of Environment said Cambodia’s air quality remains within national standards based on air quality monitoring across 59 stations and satellite-based equipment. The ministry also said it is strengthening public air pollution prevention measures and inspections of factories and other emission sources.
Ministry of Environment
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The Australian Embassy and Cambodia’s Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation inaugurated a new climate-resilient water treatment plant and distribution network in Kampong Thom Province, expanding access to clean water for over 10,000 people. This development advances Cambodia’s 2030 goal for universal safe water access and strengthens community resilience to climate risks.
Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation (MISTI)
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The Ministry of Health reviewed construction progress of the University of Health Sciences Hospital project in Phnom Penh, reporting 48.71% completion as of January 2026. The hospital construction project is financed by a loan from the Republic of Korea and is planned for 200 beds in phase one with a further 200-bed expansion in phase two.
Ministry of Health
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The Ministry of Environment officially launched a strategic roadmap on plastic pollution, setting out actions on plastics regulation, sustainable financing, waste management infrastructure, and behavior change. The roadmap outlines Cambodia’s policy direction for reducing plastic waste and improving environmental management.
Ministry of Environment
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The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries signed MoUs with Sathapana Bank and Carbon Capital to support the priority policy program for modern agricultural communities. The agreements cover low-interest agricultural financing, a US$3 million credit package, and revenue contributions linked to compost and carbon credit activities.
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
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MOWRAM inspected the near-completed drainage and water diversion subprojects serving Phnom Penh, including the Stueng Touch-Stueng Kram Bathi system and three pumping stations under the Cheung Ek main canal system. The works cover flood drainage infrastructure in Kampong Speu province and Phnom Penh.
Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology (MOWRAM)
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The Anti-Corruption Unit reported progress on the 2026 biennial asset and debt declaration process, with Battambang and Kandal provinces reaching 100% submission. As of 11:00 on 20 January 2026, the asset declaration system had received 473 filings, bringing overall compliance progress to 84.29%.
Anti-Corruption Unit
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The General Department of Immigration deported 399 Vietnamese nationals through the Prek Chak International Border Checkpoint in Kampot after their arrest for illegal stay and unauthorized work without passports. The operation was carried out on 17–18 January 2026 by the Investigation and Procedures Enforcement Department.
General Department of Immigration (GDI)
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The Anti-Corruption Unit reported progress in the 2026 biennial asset and debt declaration process, with Takeo and Ratanakiri provinces reaching 100% completion. Nationwide, 15,400 officials had submitted asset and debt declarations, representing 77.44% of the total required filers.
Anti-Corruption Unit
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MOWRAM conducted final inspections of three irrigation maintenance projects in Kampong Chhnang, Pailin, and Banteay Meanchey, covering embankment repair, canal restoration, and water-control structures. The inspection reviewed six-month project completion works under the agricultural hydrology department.
Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology (MOWRAM)
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