Phnom Penh City Hall bans smoking on ‘Walking Street’


Crowds packing Phnom Penh’s riverside promenade in mid-July 2025. - Phnom Penh administration

PHNOM PENH: The Phnom Penh administration has prohibited the use of cigarettes and all kinds of smoking devices on the riverside pedestrian street “Walking Street” every weekend. The municipal authorities explained that they aim to promote a clean, green, safe and vibrant tourism destination.

According to an Aug 12 directive issued by Phnom Penh Governor Khuong Sreng, the public is prohibited from smoking or emitting tobacco smoke in public spaces along the roads, including public gardens, areas in front of restaurants, or shops along Preah Sisowath Quay, starting from 6pm every weekend.

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