卫生部与环境部签署协议 医疗系统正式启动塑料减排

[来源: CP] [分类提示: NEWS] 标题: Joint Ministerial Pact Targets Plastic Waste Reduction in Cambodia’s Healthcare Sector Health and Environment Ministries sign MoU to promote the ‘One Health’ framework for a cleaner nation The Ministry of Environment and the Ministry of Health officially entered into a Memorandum of Understanding on April 30, 2026, marking a collective commitment to reduce plastic waste within hospitals and health centers across Cambodia. This strategic partnership aims to institutionalize eco-friendly practices within the medical sector, ensuring that healthcare providers play a central role in the nation’s broader environmental protection efforts. During the signing ceremony, Minister of Health His Excellency Chheang Ra highlighted the importance of the One Health framework, which emphasizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental well-being. He noted that the new agreement will act as a roadmap for healthcare facilities nationwide, including private providers, to drastically scale back the use of non-medical plastics. By doing so, the health sector aims to contribute significantly to maintaining a hygienic and sustainable environment throughout the Kingdom. His Excellency Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment, expressed that this collaboration is a vital component of the government’s mission to foster a clean, green, and pollution-free Cambodia. He emphasized that the participation of the health sector strengthens the impact of the ongoing environmental campaig