Cambodia Ranks First Globally for Natural Environment, Yet Experts Urge Caution on Forest Loss
Cambodia has been ranked first globally in the 'Natural Environment' category of the 2026 Best Countries report. While the government credits its conservation efforts, environmental experts warn that significant challenges, including ongoing deforestation and restricted civil society space, persist.
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