The installation of security cameras across Kampot province is enhancing safety for residents and tourists, according to Kampot Provincial Police.
Major General Mao Chanmathurith, Chief of Kampot Provincial Police, announced that security cameras are being set up in key locations within Kampot City and its districts. To date, 60 cameras have been installed across 10 strategic sites, with installation fully completed at four of them.
This initiative, which started over three years ago, aims to prevent theft and other crimes while promoting a sense of safety. Maj. Gen. Chanmathurith expressed hopes to finish the installations across Kampot City and the provincial districts by mid-next year. Cameras are being prioritized near schools, markets, city centers, and natural resort areas.
Soy Sinol, Director of the Kampot Provincial Department of Tourism, praised the project, highlighting its potential to improve security and foster confidence among national and international tourists. While some eco-tourism areas are not yet fully equipped with cameras, Sinol emphasized the importance of extending the initiative to all major tourist destinations to alleviate safety concerns during sightseeing visits.
“I would be happy if the whole province was equipped with cameras because it would provide visitors with a greater sense of trust and safety,” Sinol said.
The installation of security cameras is expected to bolster Kampot’s reputation as a safe and welcoming destination for tourists while ensuring the well-being of its residents.