Phnom Penh: The Ministry of Environment has announced a remarkable achievement in distributing free saplings to the public, totaling 5.3 million trees from January 1, 2026 until now. These saplings are planted in homes, communities, and reforestation across the country to contribute to the conservation of natural resources and increase green cover for sustainable living.
In addition, the “Green Sprout” tree sapling promotion and distribution exhibition held in Phnom Penh from July 10 to 13, 2026, the Ministry of Environment distributed 1.2 million mixed tree saplings. This is the third year that the ministry has organized the event, which included the grand opening of the “Planting One Million Palm Trees” event in front of the Ministry of Environment’s office, which was attended by a large number of participants.
Dr. Eang Sophallet, Minister of Environment, said that the “Green Sprout” exhibition is not only a tree-distribution ceremony But it is a joint start as a national movement that aims to promote the participation of all citizens in the protection and restoration of natural resources. He stated that the “Green Sprout” is a symbol of hope, responsibility and a new beginning for a green, clean and sustainable Cambodia.
The Minister also thanked all stakeholders who supported and participated in organizing the ceremony. At the same time, he urged participation and support of the Ministry of Environment’s campaign by continuing to cultivate the sprouts of beauty and greenery, especially planting and maintaining trees to grow well, so that Cambodia can achieve beauty and greenery, achieve sustainability, and move towards becoming a carbon-neutral country by 2050.
He also announced that the Ministry of Environment will continue to organize the 4th “Green Sprouts” exhibition Next year, so that all Cambodian citizens can participate.
He believes that this spirit and love for the environment will continue to spread to all Cambodian citizens, encouraging Cambodia to be clean and green, attracting tourists and investors to Cambodia, and participating in the development of Cambodia towards achieving a carbon neutral country by 2050.
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