On the afternoon of October 22, 2026, Preah Sihanouk Deputy Governor សាមុត សុធារិទ្ធ welcomed កើត ពុទ្ធវរី, Under Secretary of State at the Ministry of Tourism, who represented Tourism Minister Huot Hak. Representatives of departments and agencies, security forces and private-sector businesses also attended the meeting to review tourism work and gather input.
The meeting discussed the value of the Law on Tourism for the economy, society and culture, gathering further input for a report assessing impacts on the province's tourism sector. The deputy governor said that under Prime Minister Hun Manet's leadership, tourism is regarded as “a high-priority sector and an economic backbone”.
Under the attention of Governor Mang Sineth, the provincial administration is actively developing infrastructure, including security cameras and round-the-clock security posts to prevent and combat crime. It is also promoting the “One House, One Tree” campaign, providing standard public toilets at tourist destinations and developing attractive new tourism products.
At the meeting, កើត ពុទ្ធវរី said that despite the impact of global crises on tourism, the ministry is promoting “green season” tourism campaigns at key destinations nationwide, with Preah Sihanouk among the most important strategic destinations. He expressed full support for the provincial administration's development plans to promote inclusive and sustainable tourism growth.Report: Pai Sokhim.Photography: Keo Dara.
