PHNOM PENH, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen said the protection of environment is the most important factor to guarantee the country’s substantial development of economy.
In his message to mark the 17th International Environment Day, which was celebrated in Phnom Penh on Saturday, the premier said: “the government of Cambodia sees the international relation and cooperation on environment issues as a priority, and the environmental protection is the most important measure for Cambodia to ensure the sustainability of the country’s economic development.”
He also appealed to all ministries, institutions, armed forces, local authorities, monks and people in all walks of life to maintain and protect environment for the country’s interests and their well-being.
The Saturday’s event was presided over by the environment minister Mok Mareth and Phnom Penh governor Kep Chuk Tema, and attended by some 500 government officials, environmental activists and students.
"In an effort to protect our environment, the mininstry, in collaboration with all stakeholders, has worked hard to manage natural resources, to prevent logging,and to encourage re-planting tree seedlings," said Mok Mareth.
There had also been an environment exhibition at the event, which displays a variety of forest-made products, organic home-grown fruits and vegetables, and environmental services provided by NGOs and companies. (Nguon Sovan)
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