On 31 March 2026, the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology held an inter-ministerial meeting chaired by Secretary of State Sut Rasmy, who also serves as chair of the procurement committee, representing the Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology. The meeting reviewed, discussed, and decided on price negotiations for seven priority public works projects planned for implementation in 2026.
The projects concern the construction and rehabilitation of irrigation systems under the ministry’s implementation plan, together with Phase 1 Mekong riverbank protection works in two locations. The meeting took place at the ministry and involved consideration of technical standards, market pricing, accountability, transparency, and construction sustainability.
Background
The session was convened as an inter-ministerial review of negotiated project prices for water infrastructure and riverbank protection works scheduled for 2026. According to the ministry, the purpose of the review was to ensure accuracy, accountability, and transparency in line with technical standards and actual market prices.
Scope of Application
The decisions discussed relate to seven priority projects located across several provinces:
- Construction of Main Canal No. 90 and associated structures in Koh Andet district, Takeo province.
- Rehabilitation of Svay Meas canal and associated structures in Cheung Prey and Prey Chhor districts, Kampong Cham province.
- Rehabilitation of Ta Hor canal and associated structures, Phase 2, in Baray district, Kampong Thom province.
- Rehabilitation of Banteay Stueng secondary canal in Stueng district, Kampong Thom province.
- Rehabilitation of Main Canal Ansong Niev and associated structures in Phnom Srok district, Banteay Meanchey province.
- Mekong riverbank protection, Phase 1, in Kroch Chhmar district, Tboung Khmum province, with a length of 420 meters.
- Mekong riverbank protection, Phase 1, in Koh Sotin district, Kampong Cham province, with a length of 600 meters.
Key Provisions or Decisions
The ministry stated that the meeting examined and decided on negotiated pricing for the listed projects under the 2026 implementation plan. Discussion emphasized:
- Verification of pricing against technical standards and actual market conditions.
- Attention to accountability and transparency in project review.
- Consideration of construction quality and long-term sustainability.
- Assessment of the effect of global oil price movements on project costs.
- Readiness to meet water-use needs of the population in a timely manner.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
The meeting provides a formal reference point for the 2026 pipeline of irrigation and riverbank protection works under MOWRAM. For contractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders, it indicates that pricing and implementation decisions are being reviewed through an inter-ministerial and procurement-based process that considers technical specifications, prevailing market prices, and cost factors affecting delivery.
Official Source
Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology (MOWRAM), Facebook post dated 31 March 2026.
