Xi’s Southeast Asia Tour Ends with Strategic Cambodia Visit

WhatsAppWhatsAppFacebookFacebookTwitterTwitterPinterestPinterestRedditRedditGmailGmailShareShare

Chinese President Xi Jinping landed in Cambodia on April 17 for a two-day state visit, marking the final stop of his Southeast Asia tour. This visit, his first since 2016, focuses on boosting China-Cambodia ties, especially in trade, infrastructure, and regional cooperation.

Xi was warmly welcomed by King Norodom Sihamoni in Phnom Penh, after which he was set to confer with Prime Minister Hun Manet and attend Senate President Hun Sen.. Speaking on this occasion, Xi said that Cambodia is a key partner and assured continued support for its growth.

For many years now, China and Cambodia have been growing closer and closer together, with China being a leading partner in investment and trade. By 2024, trade between China and Cambodia alone crossed $15 billion, with funds being allocated for large infrastructure projects such as roads and airports.

The visit also coincides with a symbolic period of the 50th anniversary since the Khmer Rouge took over in 1975. Although China was once a great supporter of the Khmer Rouge, both nations now seek to develop future cooperation rather than resurrect past controversies.

American protectionist tariffs and the political crises that ensue from the increased tensions between China and the U.S. develop under mounting pressure on regional economies. Therefore, by bolstering such long-term alliances with countries such as Cambodia, China is optimizing its regional footprint to avail itself of opportunities as a stable, reliable partner.

WhatsAppWhatsAppFacebookFacebookTwitterTwitterPinterestPinterestRedditRedditGmailGmailShareShare
AddThis Website Tools
Tags: Economic
Writer writer

Recent Posts

Who is Nagiko Tono? Why the Japanese Film Industry Plunged into Shock For Her Death?

The popular Japanese actress Nagiko Tono died at 45 and her death has been confirmed today on 17 July 2025.…

July 17, 2025

2026 World Cup Asian Zone Qualifiers: Full Draw and Upcoming Match Schedule Announced!

The fourth round of the AFC (Asian Football Confederation) qualifiers will soon be held in this year which helps the…

July 17, 2025

Pearl of Africa T20 Series 2025 Kicks Off! Here are the Teams & Fixture

Uganda, the host of this foresight event of promoting the competition among the associate nations of Africa which will eventually…

July 17, 2025

Tomorrowland Main Stage Fire: Belgium Festival Faces Major Setback Before Opening Weekend

Tomorrowland, the world-famous music festival in Belgium, was hit by a massive setback after its main stage was burned down…

July 17, 2025

‘The Tyrant’s Chef’ First Poster Out Now! Catch the Streaming Info Here!

The curtains are finally rolled out by tvN on one of the much anticipated rom-com fantasies of the year, ‘The…

July 17, 2025

Paranormal Expert Dan Rivera Dies at 54 During Annabelle Tour

Dan Rivera, a reputable paranormal investigator and a former soldier of the United States Army died on Sunday suddenly at…

July 17, 2025