Cambodia Cracks Down on Environmental Crimes, Focuses on Forest and Wildlife Protection
Cambodia's Ministry of Environment reported 967 environmental crime cases nationwide in the first half of 2026, primarily involving deforestation and wildlife poaching, a slight decrease from the same period last year. Increased public awareness and community cooperation are cited as contributing factors.
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