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US Defense Secretary to Visit China-Linked Cambodian Naval Base

US Defense Secretary to Visit China-Linked Cambodian Naval Base

By Sebastian Strangio
American officials have long been concerned that Ream Naval Base could become a de facto Chinese military outpost.
Vietnamese Navy Vessel Pays Visit to Cambodian Naval Base

Vietnamese Navy Vessel Pays Visit to Cambodian Naval Base

By Sebastian Strangio
Vietnam People's Navy is the second foreign navy that has been invited to the China-funded facilities at Ream Naval Base since their inauguration.

China’s Xi Hails Ties With Indonesia Ahead of Southeast Asia Tour

China’s Xi Hails Ties With Indonesia Ahead of Southeast Asia Tour

By Sebastian Strangio
The Chinese leader will this week visit Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia, where he will attempt to contrast China's steady economic engagement with the volatility of the current U.S. administration.

Cambodia, China Open New Facilities at Ream Naval Base

Cambodia, China Open New Facilities at Ream Naval Base

By Sebastian Strangio
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said that the refurbished base would be open to "all friendly parties," but U.S. suspicions are likely to persist.

Japan to Pay First Visit to Cambodian Naval Base Funded by China

Japan to Pay First Visit to Cambodian Naval Base Funded by China

By Sebastian Strangio
Phnom Penh is eager to demonstrate that Ream Naval Base will be open to foreign navies, though Western suspicions are likely to persist.
Shifting Tides in Phnom Penh

Shifting Tides in Phnom Penh

By Kaitlyn Flynn
Cambodia is seeking to rebalance its foreign relations by pursuing improved relations with the United States. How far will its relationship with China allow it to go?

China Prepares to Hand Over Refurbished Naval Facilities, Warships to Cambodia

China Prepares to Hand Over Refurbished Naval Facilities, Warships to Cambodia

By Sebastian Strangio
According to a report by Radio Free Asia, the base, including a 300-meter deep-water pier, will be transferred to the Cambodian navy next month.
After Pentagon Chief’s Visit, Is There Hope for A Recovery in Cambodia-US Ties?

After Pentagon Chief’s Visit, Is There Hope for A Recovery in Cambodia-US Ties?

By Kim Sun and Chhengpor Aun
Prime Minister Hun Manet's accession last year has opened a window of opportunity for Phnom Penh and Washington.

Was the CIA Director Recently in Phnom Penh?

Was the CIA Director Recently in Phnom Penh?

By David Hutt
Whether or not William Burns visited Cambodia, as former PM Hun Sen seemed to claim, U.S.-China competition has set off an intelligence race in Southeast Asia.

US Defense Secretary Austin to Visit Cambodia Next Week

US Defense Secretary Austin to Visit Cambodia Next Week

By Sebastian Strangio
Lloyd Austin's visit is a sign that Washington is seeking to re-engage the new look leadership in Phnom Penh, in a bid to draw the country out of China's orbit.

The Funan Techo Canal Won’t Have A Military Purpose

The Funan Techo Canal Won’t Have A Military Purpose

By David Hutt
Arguments that Cambodia's China-backed canal project will pose a security threat to Vietnam are wildly overblown.
China and Cambodia to Begin Annual Military Exercise to Strengthen Cooperation, Fight Terrorism

China and Cambodia to Begin Annual Military Exercise to Strengthen Cooperation, Fight Terrorism

By Sopheng Cheang
A total of 1,315 military personnel from Cambodia and 760 from China will participate in the 15-day Golden Dragon exercise.

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