Background
The Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI), the French Development Agency (AFD), and the European Union convened to review Cambodia’s ongoing clean water partnership and its project implementation status. The partnership includes the Bakheng Phase III Water Treatment Plant, provincial water supply projects, and the Liveable Cities Multi-Financing Facility.
AFD concluded a water sector supervision mission with a wrap-up meeting to review implementation progress of major clean water initiatives. The review highlighted infrastructure investments, institutional reform measures, and capacity building as priority areas for the next phase of cooperation aimed at strengthening both treatment capacity and distribution networks.
Key Developments
The meeting took place on 3 July 2026 in Phnom Penh and served as the final session of AFD’s supervision mission for the sector. Participants reviewed progress on major initiatives named in the partnership, including the Bakheng Phase III Water Treatment Plant, provincial water supply projects, and the Liveable Cities Multi-Financing Facility.
Institutional Role
MISTI acted as the Cambodian government anchor for the discussions, while AFD led the supervision mission and the European Union participated in the review process. The session focused on aligning institutional arrangements and technical capacity building with planned infrastructure work and financing mechanisms.
Implications for Investment and Implementation
The review identified institutional reform and capacity building as focal elements that will guide priorities for the next phase of cooperation and future financing decisions. Progress assessments on specific projects provide reference points for investors and implementers monitoring delivery timelines and technical needs within Cambodia’s clean water sector.
Official Source
Official MISTI notice: https://www.misti.gov.kh/pressroom/news-and-events/ycvis9cvSRfN
