Environmental Law in Cambodia covers the legal and policy framework governing environmental protection, natural resource management, pollution control, environmental impact assessment, waste management, biodiversity conservation, and climate-related governance. This page tracks key policy developments, regulatory changes, government actions, enforcement measures, compliance requirements, and institutional activity by ministries and other public authorities responsible for environmental regulation and oversight. It provides structured, up-to-date coverage of official developments in Cambodia, helping users monitor evolving rules, administrative practice, and governance trends relevant to environmental compliance and regulatory implementation.

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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 14, 2026

Ministry of Environment Cites Kampong Speu Mango Processing Factory for Untreated Wastewater Discharge and Missing Environmental Permits

The Ministry of Environment reported that a mango processing factory in Kampong Speu was found discharging untreated wastewater and operating without proper environmental permits. The item has long-term reference value because it records an official environmental compliance action tied to identified legal provisions and inspection findings.

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March 14, 2026

Ministry of Environment Orders Corrective Action Against Kampong Speu Mango Processing Factory for Unlicensed Operations and Wastewater Discharge

The Ministry of Environment reported that a mango processing factory in Kampong Speu was found operating without relevant environmental authorization and discharging untreated liquid waste. The update has long-term reference value because it records a specific enforcement action, the cited legal basis, and required compliance measures.

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March 14, 2026

Tonle Sap Authority Reviews Land-Use Assessment Data and Boundary Verification in Zone 3 of Kampong Leaeng District

The Tonle Sap Authority conducted a field inspection and inter-agency meeting in Kampong Leaeng district to verify land-use assessment results, review new encroachment in Zone 3, and identify priority sites for flooded forest restoration. The update has long-term reference value because it records boundary administration, land-use categorization, and official verification activity in the Tonle Sap protected area.

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March 13, 2026

Ministry of Environment Reviews Kirirom Food Production’s Pollution Control Measures and Issues Further Compliance Instructions

The Ministry of Environment reported its inspection findings on Kirirom Food Production (K.F.P) Co., Ltd. and set additional compliance actions on wastewater treatment and environmental documentation, giving the update long-term reference value as an official record of regulatory supervision and required remedial measures.

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March 13, 2026

Ministry of Environment Inspects KRR Processing Food Co., Ltd. on Compliance With Required Pollution Control Measures in Kampong Speu

The Ministry of Environment reported an inspection of KRR Processing Food Co., Ltd. regarding implementation of required measures to prevent wastewater pollution. The update has long-term reference value because it records official compliance actions, remediation steps, and follow-up instructions tied to environmental oversight.

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March 7, 2026

Ministry of Environment Orders Nationwide Review of Scrap Storage Sites Following Illegal Site Fire

The Ministry of Environment has mandated provincial inspections of scrap storage sites nationwide to ensure compliance with environmental regulations after a fire at an illegal site raised significant environmental and public health concerns. This directive is significant for long-term reference as it represents a formal regulatory measure aimed at strengthening environmental governance and risk prevention.

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