Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology

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.

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March 24, 2026

MOWRAM Representative Participates in the 13th Cambodia-EU Joint Committee Inter-Ministerial Meeting

A representative of the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology joined the 13th Cambodia-EU Joint Committee inter-ministerial meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation to review progress and challenges in projects implemented under the European Union financing and grant framework. The meeting also included a request for continued EU financial and technical support, including for water resources and meteorology.

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March 24, 2026

MOWRAM Reviews Progress of Irrigation System Maintenance Projects in Svay Rieng and Prey Veng

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology conducted a field inspection and progress assessment of irrigation system maintenance works in Svay Rieng and Prey Veng provinces, covering four major irrigation and flood protection systems. The review documented maintenance, canal rehabilitation, embankment works, pumping station repairs, and associated water-control structures.

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March 24, 2026

MOWRAM Reviews Irrigation Systems and Emergency Water Pumping for Dry-Season Rice in Kratie Province

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology conducted a field inspection of three irrigation systems in Snuol district and reviewed emergency water pumping operations to support 300 hectares of dry-season rice in Kratie province. The intervention involved coordination between technical officials and the provincial administration, using mobile pumps, a floating station, and fuel support.

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March 24, 2026

MOWRAM Reviews Construction Progress of Reservoir Dam Development Project No. 2 in Pursat Province

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology reported a site inspection of the Reservoir Dam Development Project No. 2 on the Promoy Stream in Rokat Commune, Phnom Kravanh District, Pursat Province. The project includes an earth dam, concrete spillway, fish ladder, community building, access road, and 50 bridge and culvert structures, with implementation running from January 2025 to March 2028.

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March 24, 2026

MOWRAM Inter-Ministerial Meeting Reviews and Decides Price Negotiation Proposals for 17 Irrigation System Maintenance Projects for 2026

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology convened an inter-ministerial meeting to review, discuss, and decide on price negotiation proposals for 17 routine and periodic irrigation system maintenance projects planned for implementation in 2026. The meeting involved the ministry’s procurement committee, Ministry of Economy and Finance representatives, technical departments, and relevant provincial officials.

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March 24, 2026

MOWRAM and K-Water KOMEC Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Sustainable Water Resources Management Cooperation in the Mekong Region

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology, represented by Secretary of State Poun Sotha, signed a memorandum of understanding with K-Water's KOMEC project director, Dr. Sangyoung Park, on cooperation in sustainable water resources management activities in the Mekong region. The meeting was held at the ministry and involved the project management unit under a Korea Eximbank-funded project framework.

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March 24, 2026

MOWRAM Co-Leads Consultation on the Cambodia Water Security Compact and Next Implementation Directions

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology co-led a consultation meeting on the Cambodia Water Security Compact at the World Bank office, bringing together relevant ministries and development partners to discuss sector goals, priority reforms, and an implementation roadmap. The compact was presented as a national framework to strengthen inter-ministerial coordination, improve water resource management, and support climate resilience.

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March 23, 2026

MOWRAM and World Bank Discuss Cambodia Water Security Compact and Future Implementation Directions

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology held a working discussion with the World Bank on the Cambodia Water Security Compact and its future implementation directions. The discussion referenced the compact as a national framework for water security, inter-ministerial coordination, climate resilience, and action across water for people, food, and the planet.

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March 23, 2026

MOWRAM Reviews Progress of Stueng Khliech Water Resources Development Project in Kampong Speu

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology reported that the Stueng Khliech Water Resources Development Project in Oral district, Kampong Speu province, had reached approximately 19% completion as of 23 March 2026. The project includes a main dam, spillway, water gate structure, control building, and a 13-kilometre access road with drainage culverts.

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March 23, 2026

MOWRAM Reviews Preliminary Feasibility Study for Mekong–Stung Sen Canal Project

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology held a meeting led by Minister Thor Chetha to review the preliminary feasibility study for the Mekong–Stung Sen canal project with representatives of Korea Water Resources Corporation (K-water). The project was presented as a water infrastructure initiative intended to support dry-season water availability, agricultural water supply, and water security linked to Tonle Sap.

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