AKP Phnom Penh, August 13, 2025 -- The Phnom Penh municipal administration has announced a smoking ban in the city’s Walk Street area, aiming to promote clean, green, and safe tourism while strengthening the competitiveness and sustainability of the sector.

The directive, dated Aug. 8 and effective immediately, applies to the pedestrian zone along Preah Sisowath Boulevard (from Street 94 to Street 240), which operates every weekend from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

The ban covers the boulevard itself, surrounding sidewalks, nearby parks, and the spaces in front of restaurants and shops within the area.

To support enforcement, the administration has ordered the installation of clearly visible "No Smoking" signs at key locations and instructed pertinent authorities to disseminate the message broadly to raise public awareness and encourage responsible behaviour.

The directive bans all forms of tobacco-related advertising and the sale of smoking products, including traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vapes, heated tobacco products (HTPs), and shisha.

Business owners, tour operators, and the general public are expected to fully comply with the new regulations.

The Phnom Penh administration emphasised that this measure will help reduce the harmful impact of smoking on public health, the socio-economy, and the environment, contributing to a more vibrant and sustainable urban experience for both residents and visitors.

By C. Nika