Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet called China an 'ironclad friend' in an exclusive interview with CMG, emphasizing his nation's early support for the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). He praised the BRI as a 'win-win' platform boosting Cambodia's development goals, aligning with its Pentagon Strategy. 🌏
🚧 Building Bridges, Literally
Hun Manet highlighted key projects like the Phnom Penh-Sihanoukville Expressway and Siem Reap Airport, urging deeper collaboration with Chinese firms to supercharge infrastructure growth. 'Connectivity isn’t just roads—it’s shared progress,' he said, hinting at future tech and green energy partnerships. 💡
👨🏫 Leadership Lessons & Crime Crackdowns
The PM opened up about his education shaping his governance style, stressing 'pragmatism over pomp.' He vowed to tackle crime head-on, calling it 'non-negotiable' for Cambodia’s stability. On his father, former PM Hun Sen? 'His legacy is Cambodia’s foundation—but we’re building new chapters,' he shared. 📖
