Japan's Environment Ministry is working to expand the reuse of soil with low levels of radioactive contamination, collected from areas affected by the 2011 Fukushima meltdown.

Uruguay's Environment Ministry has granted operational authorization for a 3D seismic survey in its jurisdictional waters for oil exploration, with a specialized vessel already in position.

Moldova's Minister of Environment, Gheorghe Hajder, announced a wave of resignations in Moldsilva units following unscheduled inspections that uncovered numerous violations in forestries, with criminal cases expected to follow.

Cabinet complete as Motorists' Červený takes over environment ministry  Radio Prague International

Malaysia's Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Ministry (NRES) has proposed establishing a national committee to address the issue of illegal e-waste imports into the country.

India's Supreme Court has requested the Environment Ministry to suggest domain experts for a panel tasked with defining the Aravalli hills and ranges, while extending a stay order on a uniform definition and allowing only lawful mining in the region.

New Zealand's government is proposing to abolish its dedicated environment ministry, aiming to reduce bureaucracy. Critics argue this move will dilute accountability and jeopardize nature protections.

The Romanian Environment Ministry reports that 90% of permits issued for 'fish ponds' are being used for gravel extraction, raising concerns about environmental regulations.

Cambodia's Environment Ministry is investigating a garment factory following the death of a worker, focusing on environmental compliance and safety standards.

The Tatra Mountains, having survived privatization and Olympic aspirations, are now threatened by new zoning plans. The article also mentions the environment ministry losing a court case regarding bear culling exceptions in Liptov.

The Czech Ministry of Environment is undergoing budget cuts and changes to its agenda under the new leadership, raising concerns about its ability to fulfill its mission and legal obligations.