This topic covers Cambodia’s environmental protection and climate policy framework, including pollution control, natural resource management, biodiversity conservation, land and water governance, climate adaptation, mitigation planning, and sustainability-related compliance obligations for public and private actors. It tracks policy developments, regulatory changes, government actions, enforcement trends, institutional activities, and implementation measures affecting environmental regulation, climate governance, permitting, monitoring, reporting, and sector-specific compliance requirements. This page provides structured updates on official developments in Cambodia, offering a reliable reference point for ongoing monitoring of policy, regulation, enforcement practice, and administrative governance across environment and climate issues.

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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 26, 2026

APSARA Authority Completes Restoration of Two Ancient Canals in Don Kaew Commune Under Angkor Water Resilience Project

The APSARA National Authority reported the completion of restoration works on two ancient canals in Don Kaew Commune, Puok District, under the Angkor Water Resilience Project implemented in cooperation with New Zealand. The works included canal rehabilitation, four new water gates, one spillway, and repairs to 1,000 metres of embankment to support water management, flood drainage, cultural landscape conservation, and local agricultural use.

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March 25, 2026

Ministry of Tourism Conducts Study Visit to Koh Totung Resort Development in Koh Kong Province

The Ministry of Tourism conducted a study visit to assess the development of Koh Totung Resort in Koh Kong Province and issued guidance to the developer on conservation, tourism service certification, and market promotion. The ministry also encouraged tourism associations to consider including the destination in premium tour packages and FAM trips.

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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

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 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

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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