Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet presided over a ceremony to distribute rice seed and food packages to affected residents at Pursat provincial sports stadium on the morning of November 5, 2026.
Rice seed and food packages were distributed to 11,000 families affected by flooding in Pursat province.
Speaking at the ceremony, Hun Manet emphasised the government’s close attention to the well-being of the people. He said that issues concerning the country’s territory had not been forgotten and that the government continued to address people’s problems through various mechanisms.
The Cambodian government, led by Prime Minister Hun Manet, pays close attention to people’s well-being and livelihoods, especially those affected by disasters and other challenges. Providing rice seed and food helps ease their hardship and supports the recovery of their livelihoods.
The government’s position is that people should not be left to face problems alone. It continues to address their concerns and practical needs through relevant mechanisms and the participation of responsible institutions. This attention reflects the government’s responsibility to help people overcome hardship, restore their livelihoods and continue their lives with reassurance and confidence.
According to a report, flooding in Pursat province affected 3,842 households and 2,504 houses. In agriculture, 5,664 hectares of rice and 363 hectares of industrial crops were damaged or affected by flooding, impacting farmers’ livelihoods and incomes.
Besides affecting homes and crops, the floods also affected public infrastructure, including 53,770 metres of roads, 12 culverts, five schools, three bridges, 25 wells and two sluice gates. These impacts highlight the need to focus on restoring infrastructure and the livelihoods of affected residents.
By: Sopheak
