Phnom Penh: The community of the protected area in Pursat province has become the owner of the first model giant grass planting project, which is not only beneficial in preventing deforestation but also in improving the livelihoods of local communities.
Dr. Eang Sophallet, Minister of Environment, spoke about promoting green in Cambodia when he presided over a tree planting ceremony under the theme “Together, Plant Trees for a Green Cambodia” at the entrance to the monument of Tep Oknha Khleang Mueang and Mrs. Khan Khieu in Pursat province on June 19, 2026, with the participation of Mr. Khoy Rida, Governor of Pursat Provincial Government, leaders, civil servants, local authorities at all levels, the armed forces, students, youth, and many citizens.
The Minister said that planting giant grass creates additional sources of income and is used as an effective alternative energy source that helps stop the logging of natural trees in nature protection areas for firewood and charcoal.
Dr. Eang Sophallet also stated that the Royal Government of Cambodia has paid attention to the livelihoods of local communities by providing local development to increase income and is also an important contribution to forest conservation.
Please note that the Ministry of Environment continues to strengthen cooperation with relevant authorities, local administrations at all levels and citizens to strictly enforce the law, has issued a strict order for experts to investigate and find suspects and warned of strict legal action in accordance with the Environmental and Natural Resources Code for natural resource crimes.
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