Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi vowed that China will remain Cambodia's 'most trustworthy partner and strongest supporter' during a meeting with Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni in Phnom Penh this week. The visit highlighted deepening ties between the two nations, with both sides celebrating progress on major infrastructure projects .
Building a 'Shared Future'
King Sihamoni praised China's role in Cambodia's economic growth, specifically mentioning the 'Industrial Development Corridor' and 'Fish and Rice Corridor' —projects aimed at boosting agriculture and industrialization. He also reaffirmed Cambodia's support for the one-China principle and China-led global initiatives.
Next-Level Cooperation
Wang Yi, a senior Communist Party leader, emphasized that China-Cambodia relations have entered a 'high-quality' phase under the guidance of both nations' leaders. He added that China's development 'will provide new opportunities' for Cambodia, signaling potential collaborations in tech and green energy .
With plans to align strategies for 'common development,' this partnership could become a blueprint for South-South cooperation. As Wang put it: 'Friendship grows stronger over time.'
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and 'Fish and Rice Corridor' 
—projects aimed at boosting agriculture and industrialization. He also reaffirmed Cambodia's support for the one-China principle and China-led global initiatives.
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