Decision No.1243 Organization and Functionality of the Department of Environment.

This Decision establishes the fundamental principles, organizational structure, and operational mandates for the Department of Environment under the newly restructured Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, aiming to govern environmental protection, climate change adaptation, and the sustainable management of natural resources within the agricultural sector. The Decision defines the department’s role as the primary technical body responsible for formulating environmental strategies, standards, and monitoring systems to ensure national green development goals are met. It mandates the department to conduct environmental impact assessments, manage pollution control, and coordinate international environmental conventions.