Background
On 12 March 2026, the Ministry of Tourism reported that Kratie Province was preparing to host the 10th River Festival from 27 to 29 March 2026. The ministry stated that H.E. Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism and Chairman of the Inter-Ministerial Committee for organizing the festival, and H.E. Va Thorn, Governor of Kratie Province, led a meeting of the inter-ministerial committee to review progress in the preparations.
The meeting was attended by vice-chairs and members of the inter-ministerial committee, heads of sub-committees, representatives of civil society organizations, associations, the Union of Youth Federations of Cambodia, private sector companies, provincial deputy governors, provincial departments and units, and provincial security and administrative officials. The ministry stated that 115 participants attended.
Scope of Application
This update relates to the organization of the 10th River Festival in Kratie Province and the coordination of preparations among relevant ministries, provincial authorities, civil society representatives, and private sector participants. It concerns a tourism event scheduled to receive domestic and international visitors.
Key Provisions or Decisions
According to the ministry, the meeting reviewed implementation progress for the festival to be held on 27, 28, and 29 March 2026 in Kratie Province.
The Minister of Tourism outlined the main objectives of the River Festival as follows:
- To promote the tourism potential of Cambodia’s river provinces, especially Kratie Province.
- To conserve and develop river resources sustainably and to support tourism diversification through new tourism events intended to attract visitors.
- To create opportunities for local development benefiting residents and tourism communities.
- To strengthen and improve the quality of services in the tourism industry in Kratie Province.
- To support local development, including improvements and beautification of urban appearance and infrastructure in the host province.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
The announcement provides an official reference point for the timing and administrative coordination of a national tourism event in Kratie Province. For tourism operators, hospitality businesses, transport providers, and local service businesses, it indicates expected visitor activity during 27-29 March 2026 and the government’s stated focus on service quality, destination promotion, and local infrastructure improvements connected to the host province.
The post does not set out new legal obligations, licensing rules, or compliance measures.
Official Source
Ministry of Tourism, Facebook post dated 12 March 2026, concerning the preparatory meeting for the 10th River Festival in Kratie Province.
