Ministry of Environment

The Ministry of Environment is the government authority in Cambodia responsible for environmental protection, natural resource stewardship, and the national framework for sustainability and ecological governance. Its regulatory scope generally covers environmental policy, pollution control, conservation, environmental impact oversight, compliance monitoring, and coordination of standards affecting land, water, biodiversity, and sustainable development. This page serves as a central hub for tracking policy updates, regulatory developments, governance measures, and enforcement activities related to environmental regulation, compliance obligations, institutional oversight, and the evolving environmental management framework in Cambodia.

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April 2, 2026

Cambodia Environmental Enforcement and Natural Resource Regulation: Ministry Reports Q1 2026 Offense Crackdown

Cambodia’s Ministry of Environment reported 551 natural resource offense cases in the first quarter of 2026 and referred 47 cases to court under the country’s environmental enforcement and regulation framework. The update covers patrol activity across protected areas and enforcement actions involving forestry, wildlife, land, fisheries, and mining-related offenses.

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March 31, 2026

Ministry of Environment Investigates Suspected Fish Deaths in Prek Tnaot Stream and Cites Water Pollution Enforcement Measures

The Ministry of Environment deployed specialists to investigate suspected mass fish deaths in Prek Tnaot stream in Dangkor district, including on-site inspections and water sample collection. The ministry also referenced ongoing enforcement against public water pollution under its 2023–2028 environmental strategy and Circular No. 03 dated March 12, 2025.

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March 25, 2026

Singapore Sets 2026 as Year of Climate Adaptation and Prepares National Adaptation Plan

A Ministry of Environment post summarized a scientific discussion on Singapore’s climate adaptation strategy, including coastal protection, urban heat management, water security, and shared responsibilities between the government and private landowners. The post also noted that Singapore has designated 2026 as the “Year of Climate Adaptation” and is preparing its first national adaptation plan.

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March 24, 2026

Ministry of Environment Opens Validation Workshop on GCF Results-Based Finance Proposal for Cambodia REDD+ Project

The Ministry of Environment convened a validation workshop on 24 March 2026 to prepare a Green Climate Fund results-based finance proposal for Cambodia’s REDD+ project on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from deforestation and forest degradation. The ministry stated that the proposal is being developed with stakeholder participation and support from UNDP as an accredited Green Climate Fund partner.

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March 24, 2026

Ministry of Environment Conducts Biodiversity Research and Specimen Collection in Mondulkiri Protected Areas

The Ministry of Environment’s Biodiversity Department conducted a research and specimen collection mission in Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary, Phnom Nam Lyr Wildlife Sanctuary, and Phnom Prich Wildlife Sanctuary in Mondulkiri. The mission documented wild orchids, the critically endangered Cambodian giant land snail, and other biodiversity specimens for further identification and conservation work.

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March 23, 2026

Joint Press Release Reports Biodiversity Survey Findings in Cambodia’s Karst Caves

The Ministry of Environment and Fauna & Flora-Cambodia Programme released survey findings on karst ecosystems in Battambang Province, documenting newly identified species and the presence of globally threatened wildlife across more than 60 caves. The press release highlights the ecological significance of limestone hills and caves and identifies quarrying, unmanaged tourism, wildfire, illegal logging, and wildlife hunting as threats.

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March 23, 2026

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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March 20, 2026

Ministry of Environment Holds Workshop on Disseminating Environmental Policy and Strategies

On 19 March 2026, the Ministry of Environment’s Secretary of State in charge of the General Department of Policy and Strategy presided over a workshop to disseminate environmental policies and strategies to sub‑national departments and relevant institutions. The event covered national development and environmental strategic plans, human resource development, climate change response policies, biodiversity action planning, and green science and technology.

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March 20, 2026

Ministry of Environment Convenes Inter-Ministerial Meeting on Funan Techo Canal EIA Report

The Ministry of Environment led an inter-ministerial meeting to review and provide comments on the full Environmental Impact Assessment report for the Funan Techo coastal-inland waterway project (phase 2). The 151.6 km canal project crosses Kandal, Takeo, Kampot and Kep provinces and aims to enhance Cambodia’s waterway connectivity between river and sea.

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