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Deal #7350 Version #79270
Cambodia
Created at
2019-10-30
Last update
2020-07-11
Last full update
2023-06-10
Names of communities / indigenous peoples affected
Name of indigenous people
Kreung,
Kachok,
Jarai
Comment on communities / indigenous peoples affected
Kreung ethnic group in Mass Village; Jarai in Mouy; Kachok in Kak and Inn
Recognition status of community land tenure
Recognition status of community land tenure
Indigenous Peoples traditional or customary rights recognized by government
Comment on recognition status of community land tenure
Land Law of Cambodia recognizes customary and residential rights. The Kingdom of Cambodia is constitutionally bound to recognize and respect the human
rights enshrined in international law covenants.
Consultation of local community
Community consultation
Limited consultation
How did the community react?
Community reaction
Mixed reaction
Displacement of people
Displacement of people
Yes
Negative impacts for local communities
Negative impacts for local communities
Environmental degradation, Socio-economic, Cultural loss, Displacement
Promised or received compensation
Promised compensation (e.g. for damages or resettlements)
People whose land was taken would receive the same amount in a different area but the same amount was not given
Promised benefits for local communities
Comment on promised benefits for local communities
No compensation for communal losses were given even though the villages have stated communal costs including those that are inked to their tradition and spiritual locations
Presence of organizations and actions taken (e.g. farmer organizations, NGOs, etc.)
Presence of organizations and actions taken (e.g. farmer organizations, NGOs, etc.)
Equitable Cambodia (EC) and Inclusive Development International (IDI) helped map and document the abuses endured by the communities. Negotiations between the investor, communities, and government were also facilitated.