Background
In February 2026, the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology (MOWRAM) undertook an inspection mission led by Secretary of State Dr. Ean Peth Hathda to evaluate flood damage incurred during the 2025 rainy season in the provinces of Mondulkiri and Ratanakiri. The mission aligned with efforts to restore hydraulic infrastructure critical to local water management and agricultural productivity.
Scope of Application
The inspection and planning activities covered hydraulic systems damaged by floods in the 2025 rainy season within Mondulkiri and Ratanakiri provinces. The assessment included hydraulic works related to irrigation infrastructure, reservoirs, and flood control facilities in these geographically and climatically significant eastern provinces.
Key Provisions or Decisions
The Secretary of State and the technical team conducted detailed evaluations of flood-damaged structures and ongoing rehabilitation works. They emphasized the importance of comprehensive data collection and management systems for hydrology and climate information to support sustainable water resource governance. Key identified priorities include registering water reservoirs, conducting repairs and maintenance on hydraulic infrastructure, and mapping all related systems and reservoirs throughout both provinces. Additionally, the mission included progress checks on the dam construction of the MOWRAM-CASDP irrigation infrastructure project financed by the World Bank, which aims to enhance agricultural water management.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
These developments demonstrate government commitment to maintaining and improving hydraulic infrastructure to support agriculture and rural livelihoods. Investors and stakeholders in the agricultural sector should monitor rehabilitation efforts and infrastructure upgrades, as they impact irrigation reliability and agricultural productivity. The emphasis on data management also indicates growing institutional capacity for water resource planning and climate resilience.
Official Source
Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology. Facebook post, February 13, 2026. https://www.facebook.com/mowramcambodia/posts/pfbid0sXc5YvYxK73WUQotNfCnavrM3ZjYyewgyqX1fzq175kzXhpbgACiNYYfmPvtXEzWl
