Angkor Resources Corp. announced the formal granting of nine Indigenous community land titles to communities in Ratanakiri Province, Cambodia, following a three-year recognition process. The company's Andong Meas mineral exploration license is situated within these traditional lands, and the achievement represents years of collaborative effort between the company and Indigenous communities.
CEO Delayne Weeks stated that Angkor has supported Indigenous community rights since establishing operations in the province, which is home to approximately 45% of Cambodia's Indigenous population. The formal recognition of these land titles reinforces the company's commitment to working collaboratively with communities as partners, ensuring mutual respect and shared benefit during exploration activities.
Beyond land rights support, Angkor continues to advance social programs across its operational areas in Cambodia. The company works closely with local authorities, who attend all sessions, and sponsors community training initiatives aimed at improving safety, health, and education outcomes for Cambodian families.
The company's current social programs include English language training for children in surrounding communities, installation of water filtration systems and latrines in the Block VIII oil and gas license area, moto vehicle safety training to reduce motorcycle-related injuries, and financial fraud awareness sessions to protect vulnerable populations from digital scams. Angkor has reached over 1,500 students through its sponsored training sessions to date.
Weeks emphasized that social responsibility is fundamental to how the company operates, stating that building trust and creating value for communities creates a stronger foundation for all activities. The company's mineral subsidiary, Angkor Gold Corp., holds two mineral exploration licenses in Cambodia with multiple prospects in copper and gold, while its energy subsidiary, EnerCam Resources, was granted an onshore oil and gas license of over 4,095 square kilometers in southwest Cambodia. More information about the company's operations can be found at https://angkorresources.com.
These developments are significant as they demonstrate how resource companies can operate while respecting Indigenous rights and contributing to community development. The formal land titles provide Indigenous communities with legal recognition of their traditional territories, potentially setting a precedent for other companies operating in similar contexts. The social programs address critical needs in rural Cambodia, from education and clean water to road safety and financial protection, showing how corporate initiatives can complement government efforts in developing regions.
