Phnom Penh (FN), Feb. 20 – The South Korean government provided three international-standard air quality monitoring devices to the Cambodian government.
These devices will enhance Cambodia’s ability to monitor and manage air quality with greater accuracy.
The handover ceremony held on Thursday (Feb. 20) at the Ministry of Environment under the chairmanship of Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment, and Park Jung Wook, South Korean Ambassador to Cambodia.
Ensuring and maintaining good air quality is a key priority for the Ministry of Environment. Eang Sophalleth highlighted that the newly provided air quality monitoring devices are internationally recognized and meet the standards of the United States and the European countries.
He underlined that with these advanced monitoring devices, Cambodia will be able to expand its air quality control efforts and obtain more precise and reliable data. The equipment is also capable of tracking air flow and direction across national borders, providing crucial insights into air quality changes.
In addition to receiving these international-standard devices, the Ministry of Environment is also collaborating with Seoul National University in South Korea to analyze the movement of toxic air pollutants. This partnership will further strengthen Cambodia’s ability to manage air quality effectively.
He reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to air quality monitoring and control, stating, “We are doing our best to maintain good air quality in Cambodia and to provide timely updates to the public.”
According to the minister of Environment, similar air quality monitoring equipment has already been installed in Thailand, Laos, and several other ASEAN countries. He noted that with the use of these devices, ASEAN nations will have access to accurate and verifiable air quality data, reducing the potential for disputes over air pollution sources.
To further improve air quality management in the region, Eang Sophalleth called on ASEAN member states to work together by strengthening monitoring systems and implementing preventive and corrective measures. He stressed that only through regional cooperation can air quality be effectively managed for the benefit of both the region and the world.
It should be noted that the Ministry of Environment has been consistently monitoring air quality using its existing equipment. Current data indicates that air quality in Phnom Penh and other provinces remains at a good level.
The Ministry of Environment updates and disseminates air quality information daily. Citizens can check real-time air quality data in Cambodia through the Ministry’s mobile application, CGS SPA, which is available for download on the App Store for iPhone users and the Play Store for Android users.
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