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Why Cambodia’s Military History Is So Important for National Security
By Youk Chhang
Cambodia’s military history is full of lessons on how (and when) to exercise restraint, patience, and boldness in defending national security.
Dancing to Different Tunes: Cambodia’s False Peace
By Luke Hunt
The Paris Peace Agreements did not end the war in Cambodia.
Cambodian PM Orders Authorities to Hunt Down Exiled ‘Extremist’ Poet
By Sebastian Strangio
The move is the latest in a string of almost comically excessive attempts to stamp out any and all sources of political opposition.
Doubling Down on Tourism Today will Constrain Cambodia’s Policy Options Tomorrow
By Nay Darlin
COVID-19 has given Cambodia an opportunity to rethink its reliance on tourism. Will the government take it?
Are China’s BRI Glory Days Over?
By Luke Hunt
ASEAN wrestles with Chinese debt and post-pandemic recovery plans.
Cambodia Considers Dual Citizenship Ban for High Office Holders
By Sebastian Strangio
The knee-jerk move followed a newspaper report – later corrected – that Prime Minister Hun Sen had acquired Cypriot citizenship.
Ready or Not, Cambodia Plots its ‘New Normal’
By Luke Hunt
Official caseloads are plummeting after the government scaled back rapid COVID-19 testing.
Could Evergrande’s Contagion Wreck Cambodia’s Property Sector?
By David Hutt
Over the past decade, the country's property market has become heavily reliant on inward flows of Chinese investment.
US House of Representatives Passes Cambodia Sanctions Bill
By Sebastian Strangio
Fresh sanctions could entrench the Cambodian government’s determination to free itself from outside 'interference.'
Shipping Company Accuses Cambodia of ‘Unethical’ Tactics in Oil Fracas
By Luke Hunt
Oil tanker crew “interrogated” amid dispute between Cambodia and Singaporean firm KrisEnergy
In Rare Three-Party Conclave, Vietnam Pushes Back Against Growing Chinese Influence
By Sebastian Strangio
Hanoi is becoming increasingly unnerved by the growing Chinese influence over its longstanding clients, Cambodia and Laos.
Cambodia Hires Beltway Lobby Group to Boost Ailing International Reputation
By Sebastian Strangio
The hire is a clear recognition by Cambodia's government that it needs to repair its ties to the U.S. But will it work?