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Joint Press Release Publishes Biodiversity Study on Cambodia’s Limestone Karst Areas
A joint press release involving the Ministry of Environment announced the publication of a biodiversity study of limestone karst areas in Battambang province, based on surveys of more than 60 caves across 10 karst locations. The report documented newly identified and rare species and recorded the presence of globally threatened wildlife in these habitats.
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Cambodia Launches WISE Joint Programme for Climate-Resilient Water and Smart Energy Infrastructure
The Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, together with UNICEF and UNCDF, launched the Water Infrastructure & Smart Energy Joint Programme to expand climate-resilient water services in Cambodia. The programme introduces a revolving blended-finance facility combining commercial and low-interest capital for climate-smart water systems.
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MOWRAM Reviews Progress of Stueng Khliech Water Resources Development Project in Kampong Speu
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology reported that the Stueng Khliech Water Resources Development Project in Oral district, Kampong Speu province, had reached approximately 19% completion as of 23 March 2026. The project includes a main dam, spillway, water gate structure, control building, and a 13-kilometre access road with drainage culverts.
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Bavet City Solid Waste Disposal Site Subproject Officially Inaugurated in Svay Rieng Province
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport inaugurated the Bavet City solid waste disposal site subproject under the Livable Cities Development Project in Svay Rieng Province. The facility is designed to provide solid waste management services for five sangkats in Bavet City over a 20-year operating period.
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Kamboul District Police Brief Officers on Security, Immigration, and Enforcement Priorities
The Kamboul District Police chief led a flag-raising assembly and instructed officers to implement Phnom Penh Police leadership plans, with emphasis on security, immigration work, enforcement of Sub-Decree No. 03 dated 5 January 2026 on security management at concentrated residential locations, traffic law enforcement, and investigation of online scam offences. The briefing also directed continued action against youth gangs and other local crimes.
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General Department of Immigration Reports Arrests in Fake Residence Visa Fraud Case
The General Department of Immigration reported the investigation and arrest of five additional suspects linked to fraud and the production of fake residence visas, following coordination with the Phnom Penh Municipal Court and prosecution. The case involved one Bangladeshi national, three Pakistani nationals, and two Cambodian nationals, with all six suspects held pending further legal action.
