Phnom Penh (FN), Apr. 10 – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said that according to the United Nations, the Earth's temperature is projected to reach record highs from 2023 to 2027.

The premier spoke on Wednesday (Apr. 10) during the closing of 2023 annual meeting of Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology at Sokha Phnom Penh Hotel.

"According to the United Nations' alert on 17 May 2023, the Earth's temperature is projected to reach record highs from 2023 to 2027. This increase is attributed to a combination of two phenomena: greenhouse gas emissions and the El Niño meteorological event," the premier underscored.

Samdech Thipadei continued that these conditions could lead to storms, unusual droughts, changes in weather patterns, with some areas receiving excessive rain while others become extremely dry.

“In this spirit, we shall be collaborative and proactive in exploring additional mechanisms for the preparation of the water reservoir system to address any unexpected challenges that may arise, ensuring sufficient water for agricultural use and daily consumption for citizens nationwide,” the premier added.

Samdech Thipadei encouraged all leaders and officials to strive even more effectively in carrying out their roles and responsibilities with professional conscience and high creativity to achieve new successes.

Additionally, Samdech Thipadei called upon ministries, institutions, development partners, NGOs, the private sector, and other relevant stakeholders to continue supporting and collaborating in genuine partnership with the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology and its subordinate institutions, to further improve and modernise the institutions, fostering a culture of meritocracy, thereby contributing significantly to nation-building for the next generation.
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