(Phnom Penh): Blue skies cannot be achieved through mutual finger-pointing. Cambodia has consistently addressed air pollution systematically to maintain high air quality standards, both for the well-being of our own citizens and for the benefit of our neighbors. As air pollution evolves into a global public health crisis, trust and scientific integrity have become the most critical tools for resolution. Cambodia remains steadfast in its commitment to "Air Data Transparency," refusing to hide behind political games or use blame-shifting to mask domestic inaction.

1. Integrity for Public Health

Cambodia clearly understands that acknowledging domestic pollution sources is not a sign of weakness; rather, it is a hallmark of high responsibility toward public health. We have invested in advanced air quality monitoring systems that provide real-time data on PM2.5 concentrations. By maintaining good air quality and broadcasting daily updates, Cambodia empowers its citizens to protect themselves and compels authorities to enforce environmental laws on factories and industries without exception. This is "Integrity that Saves Lives."

2. Ending the Culture of "Blame-Shifting" and "Smokescreen Nationalism"

In stark contrast to Cambodia’s transparency, we observe that certain neighboring countries frequently employ "diversionary tactics." Whenever air pollution reaches hazardous levels, they point fingers at Cambodia or use the excuse of "transboundary haze" to justify the failure of their own domestic policies. Using "nationalism" or manipulating media narratives to protect a government's image at the expense of the environment is deeply unethical. Toxic smoke does not respect borders, nor does it obey propaganda. Shifting the blame not only damages international relations but leaves one's own citizens to perish in smog because of a refusal to address the root causes at home.

3. A Call to Action: Cooperation Based on Science, Not Sentiment

As nations sharing the same sky, Cambodia urgently calls upon all neighboring countries to:
• Acknowledge the Truth: Stop shifting the blame onto Cambodia and instead technically evaluate your own domestic pollution sources (factories, forest fires, and emissions).

• Share Data Transparently: Only through the joint use of satellite data and shared scientific information can we accurately identify pollution sources and find collective solutions.

• Media Professionalism: We urge regional media outlets to use their pens to "clear the air" by reporting the truth and advocating for environmental law reform, rather than using them to blow a "smokescreen" over the eyes of the public.

Conclusion

Toxic air knows no borders. The most sustainable global solution is for every nation to courageously face the facts and optimize their own domestic air quality.

Cambodia has proven its commitment by maintaining clean air and ensuring that pollutants do not spread to other nations. When every state stops emitting toxins from its own territory and ceases the use of excuses to blame others, the blue sky will return. If we all act together with integrity, air quality will improve for the entire world.
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