Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is set to hold high-stakes meetings with his Cambodian and Thai counterparts in Yunnan Province this week, as regional diplomacy takes center stage. The talks, scheduled for December 28–29, come amid growing collaboration between Southeast Asian nations and the Chinese mainland on trade and security matters.
Wang Yi, who also serves on the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, will welcome Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn and Thailand’s Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow. The meetings follow recent efforts to strengthen cross-border infrastructure projects and address shared challenges like climate resilience.
🔍 Why it matters: Yunnan—a hub connecting mainland China to Southeast Asia—has become a hotspot for diplomatic engagement. Analysts suggest the talks could pave the way for new energy partnerships and digital economy initiatives ahead of 2026 regional summits.
A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated: “This dialogue reflects our commitment to peaceful development and win-win cooperation with ASEAN partners.” The meetings coincide with ongoing efforts to stabilize the Myanmar border region, where all three nations have strategic interests.
