Siem Reap, Cambodia News: Following demands from national and international tourists, investors have decided to begin the construction of Cambodia's first aquarium next month in Siem Reap on 100 hectares of land with an investment of US70M.


Based on the recent meeting of Siem Reap governor, Mr. Tea Seyha, with Angkor Wildlife and Aquarium co.ltd, Cambodian and Japanese investors will build the aquarium and also a wildlife conservation area for animals which are nearly extinct, in Kboun village, Sothnikum district, Siem Reap.
The construction starts next month and the operation is scheduled to open in 2020.

wildlife conservation area for animals which are nearly extinct

Great, let's destroy the little remaining habitat because, hey, we have a "wildlife conservation area" now

May 1, 2019
Siem Reap’s wildlife sanctuary, aquarium to break ground in May


Construction of the ambitious Wildlife Park and Aquarium in Siem Reap is due to begin next month, investors announced during an event Monday.

The project – funded by a consortium of investors from Cambodia, Japan, and the United States – has been hailed as the first step in building Siem Reap into a world-class destination for tourists seeking to experience exotic wildlife.

Speaking during a pre-groundbreaking event held at the residence of the US Ambassador in Phnom Penh, investors, which include US-based Concept Management Inc (ICM), revealed that $70 million will be funneled into the project.

ICM specialises in designing and operating aquariums and marine parks worldwide, according to a press release issued during the event.

The Wildlife Park and Aquarium will occupy 100 hectares in Sout Nikom district, situated along the shore of the Tonle Sap Lake and home to one of the largest communities in the area – the Kompong Khleang commune.

Roger R. Reynolds, Angkor Wildlife and Aquarium director and ICM founder, said high-quality natural habitats for Asian terrestrial wildlife, whether rescued or captive-bred, will be created.

“The complex is much more than just an aquarium or zoological park,” he emphasised.
He said the first phase alone will have the potential to add half a day onto the average length of stay of visitors in Siem Reap.
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50599384/s ... nd-in-may/

Makes a change from Chinese investment though, be interesting to see if there is more US investment in the area/country.

hanno wrote: ↑Tue Feb 26, 2019 8:32 am

wildlife conservation area for animals which are nearly extinct

Great, let's destroy the little remaining habitat because, hey, we have a "wildlife conservation area" now

But on the other hand it could make the younger generation more interested in preserving the natural fish environment after they have visited a underwater observation aquarium and treating fish as not just another food to eat.

Duncan wrote: ↑Wed May 01, 2019 11:44 am

hanno wrote: ↑Tue Feb 26, 2019 8:32 am

wildlife conservation area for animals which are nearly extinct

Great, let's destroy the little remaining habitat because, hey, we have a "wildlife conservation area" now

But on the other hand it could make the younger generation more interested in preserving the natural fish environment after they have visited a underwater observation aquarium and treating fish as not just another food to eat.

I doubt it. Preserving the natural habitat of aquatic wildlife and considering fish as more than just food would require some kind of critical thinking and long-term planning.
What you should expect is a massive arrival of selfie taking moms and spoiled kids, and a display of basic consumerism.

Queef wrote: ↑Wed May 01, 2019 12:12 pm

Duncan wrote: ↑Wed May 01, 2019 11:44 am

hanno wrote: ↑Tue Feb 26, 2019 8:32 am

wildlife conservation area for animals which are nearly extinct

Great, let's destroy the little remaining habitat because, hey, we have a "wildlife conservation area" now

But on the other hand it could make the younger generation more interested in preserving the natural fish environment after they have visited a underwater observation aquarium and treating fish as not just another food to eat.

I doubt it. Preserving the natural habitat of aquatic wildlife and considering fish as more than just food would require some kind of critical thinking and long-term planning.
What you should expect is a massive arrival of selfie taking moms and spoiled kids, and a display of basic consumerism.

I am afraid that I feel the same way as Queef.

John Bingham wrote: ↑Wed May 01, 2019 2:41 pm

Queef wrote: ↑Wed May 01, 2019 12:12 pm What you should expect is a massive arrival of selfie taking moms and spoiled kids, and a display of basic consumerism.

Hold on, didn't you say you were disappointed you couldn't go to Coachella?

I did until I saw the lineup... Ariana Grande, Childish Gambino, Diplo, Jaden Smith... No thanks. Coachella is still a fun party though. After a pill and a tab, you quickly forget about selfies

ICM specialises in designing and operating aquariums and marine parks worldwide, according to a press release issued during the event

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ICM are a big outfit.

More than 100 projects in 25+ countries
Whether it’s a five-star spa in Greece or the largest aquarium in the Southern Hemisphere, ICM creativity stands behind some of the world’s most incredible environments.

http://icm-corp.com/en/home