Phnom Penh:The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology in Cambodia and the Australian Embassy co-opened the First Meeting of the Steering Committee for the Australia-Cambodia Partnership for Climate Resilience (ACP4Climate) Programme.

According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the opening ceremony took place at the Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh and was led by H.E. Thor Chetha, Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology, and H.E. Derek Yip, Australian Ambassador to the Kingdom of Cambodia.

ACP4Climate is a significant initiative by the Australian Government aimed at assisting Cambodia in adapting to climate change. The programme focuses on strengthening water governance, improving integrated water resources management, and enhancing community resilience to climate impacts.

H.E. Thor Chetha emphasized the importance of the partnership with Australia. He noted Australia's commitment to improving water governance and climate resilience in Cambodia, which includes bolstering institutional capacities. He also mentioned that ACP4Climate presents significant opportunities for enhancing water resources planning, fostering inter-institutional cooperation, and guiding strategic investments in line with Cambodia's long-term needs and priorities.