PHNOM PENH — The Royal Government of Cambodia has achieved a significant humanitarian breakthrough, with over 550,000 citizens successfully returning to their homes following recent displacement. According to the latest data from the Ministry of Interior, nearly 5,000 additional people were reintegrated into their communities Tuesday morning alone.
This massive repatriation effort represents 84% of the 640,000 individuals originally displaced. The progress highlights the effectiveness of the strategic recovery plan initiated under the leadership of Prime Minister Hun Manet.
A Three-Pillar Strategy for National Safety H.E. Pen Bona, Spokesperson for the Royal Government, outlined the administration’s comprehensive approach to ensuring no citizen is left behind. The recovery strategy focuses on three critical areas:
- Mine and UXO Clearance: Ensuring that all residential areas are 100% safe from unexploded ordnance before families return.
- Infrastructure Restoration: Rapidly rebuilding public roads, schools, and utilities using national resources and international partnerships.
- Shelter Security: Providing high-quality temporary housing and education facilities for the 104,099 individuals still residing in safe camps.
Collaborative Governance in Action The recovery operation involves a massive cross-ministerial effort. The Ministry of Land Management is currently working alongside the National Committee for Disaster Management and provincial authorities in Battambang, Banteay Meanchey, Pursat, Oddar Meanchey, and Preah Vihear to finalize housing assessments.
By prioritizing the safety and well-being of its people while maintaining national sovereignty through diplomacy, the Cambodian government continues to demonstrate its commitment to stability and long-term prosperity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Approximately 550,000 people, or 84% of the displaced population, have successfully returned to their communities as part of the government’s reintegration program.
The government is prioritizing the clearance of mines and unexploded ordnance (UXO), restoring damaged public infrastructure, and providing temporary housing for those whose homes are not yet ready.
Major recovery efforts are concentrated in the provinces of Battambang, Banteay Meanchey, Pursat, Oddar Meanchey, and Preah Vihear.
The recovery is a coordinated effort by the Royal Government of Cambodia, led by Prime Minister Hun Manet, involving the Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Land Management, and the National Committee for Disaster Management.