Cambodia | Government orders illegal settlers out of Preah Suramarit-Kossamak NP

The Environment Ministry on Friday ordered all those who have illegally grabbed land in Preah Suramarit-Kossamak National Park to immediately tear down their structures and give the land back to the government.

A statement by Environment Minister Say Samal, released by the ministry on Friday, noted that authorities are working hard to identify perpetrators while also taking steps to prevent such illegal activities.

https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50544868/give-back-grabbed-land-in-national-park-ministry/

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