Background
The Ministry of Environment identified environmental violations committed by JIAGUO AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY (CAMBODIA) Co., Ltd., a mango processing company located in Trach Village, Kampong Chen Cheung Commune, Stoung District, Kampong Thom Province. Inspections revealed untreated wastewater discharge causing environmental harm and failure to meet legal and technical environmental requirements.
Scope of Application
The enforcement actions apply to JIAGUO AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY (CAMBODIA) Co., Ltd. and its operations impacting the local environment in Kampong Thom Province.
Key Provisions or Decisions
- Legal basis cited includes Articles 156, 161, 173, and 668 of the Environmental and Natural Resources Code.
- The company was ordered to immediately cease discharge of polluted wastewater.
- Required to install a wastewater treatment system compliant with technical standards.
- Obligated to prepare and submit an Initial Environmental Impact Assessment (IEIA) report.
- Mandated to improve boiler emission control systems.
- Production was temporarily suspended to enable environmental remediation.
- Company must compensate for environmental damages based on actual assessment.
- Waste management instructions include proper handling of mango peel and seed waste and prohibition of waste burning.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
This enforcement case underscores the importance of compliance with Cambodia’s environmental legal framework for companies operating in agro-processing and similar sectors. It highlights critical requirements such as obtaining proper environmental documentation, implementing suitable pollution control measures, and fulfilling environmental impact assessments. Failure to comply risks production suspension, legal penalties, remediation costs, and reputational damage.
Official Source
Ministry of Environment Facebook Post, 10 February 2026
