The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology is the government authority in Cambodia responsible for water resources management, meteorological services, and related environmental governance. Its regulatory scope covers policy development, institutional oversight, water use planning, hydrological and weather monitoring, resource management frameworks, and compliance measures supporting sustainable use, risk management, and public administration. This page serves as a central hub for tracking policy updates, regulatory developments, governance measures, and enforcement activities related to water resources, meteorology, oversight, and environmental regulation in Cambodia.
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology conducted a field inspection of annual maintenance works on the O Chamark irrigation canal system in Stoung district, Kampong Thom province. The visit reviewed specific maintenance and new construction items on main and secondary canals and associated hydraulic structures supplied by the 30 Kanha reservoir.
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology convened an inter-ministerial meeting to review and discuss proposed cost estimates for 12 irrigation and riverbank protection construction, rehabilitation, and repair projects planned for implementation in 2026. The projects, located across eight provinces and funded under budget chapter 21, were examined for technical standards, realistic cost assumptions, and long-term quality and sustainability.
A Secretary of State at the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology inspected the construction progress of a concrete embankment along the Stung Sen River in Stung Sen City, Kampong Thom Province. The project aims to prevent riverbank erosion and enhance the city’s appearance, with instructions issued to ensure construction quality, safety, and environmental management.
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology reported a site inspection of the Bassac River embankment construction project in Sampov Poun, Kandal Province, with progress stated at 55 percent. The update has long-term reference value as a documented status report on a public water-related infrastructure project and its implementation timeline.
MOWRAM officials conducted a site inspection for planned mine and unexploded ordnance clearance linked to the Stung Svahab water resources development project in Kampong Speu. The update has long-term reference value because it records preparatory implementation steps, priority work zones, project location, storage capacity, and the expected construction timetable.
MOWRAM reported an official field review of two major irrigation subprojects in Battambang under ADB-supported implementation. The update has long-term reference value because it records project oversight, named subprojects, and stated infrastructure objectives related to agricultural water security and flood risk reduction.
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology convened an annual workshop to review implementation progress, challenges, and coordination needs under the Cambodia Water Security Improvement Project. The update has long-term reference value because it documents the project’s institutional implementation framework, participating agencies, and target provinces.
This item records a Council of Ministers meeting attended by the Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology, including review of a draft law on combating online scams and other national policy agenda items. It has long-term reference value because it identifies a formal cabinet deliberation on proposed legislation and cross-government policy matters.
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology conducted a site review of two irrigation subprojects in Pursat under an ADB-financed integrated water resources management project. The update has long-term reference value because it documents project locations, implementation stage, and stated infrastructure objectives before construction.
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology announced the assumption of office of the new director of its Banteay Meanchey provincial department under a February 2026 sub-decree. The update has long-term reference value because it records an official provincial leadership appointment within Cambodia’s administrative governance structure.
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