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Cambodia’s descent into autocracy demands a bold EU response

The world is watching, and history will judge our response. Let us ensure that the EU’s actions reaffirm our collective commitment to a future where democracy and human rights are not only preserved but are allowed to flourish, Mu Sochua writes.

Euronews

Cambodia's leader presides at ceremony for upgrade of naval base with help from China

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has presided over the opening of an expansion of his country’s main naval base, which analysts and the U.S. government suspect will be used as a strategic outpost by China

The Independent UK

Cambodia Hails Opening Of Naval Base Renovated By China

Cambodia's leader Hun Manet said Saturday there was "nothing to hide" as he inaugurated a naval base renovated in recent years by China, after Washington had voiced concern over Beijing's role in the upgrades.

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Top US general in Asia-Pacific visits Cambodia to boost relations

The top U.S. Army officer for the Asia-Pacific region was in Cambodia in the latest visit by U.S. officials aimed at improving estranged ties between the two nations and their militaries

The Independent UK

Former Cambodian opposition MP shot dead in Bangkok ‘assassination’

Lim Kimya, 74, had refused to flee Cambodia even after former PM Hun Sen threatened to make opposition MPs lives ‘hell’.

Al Jazeera

Former Cambodian Opposition MP Shot Dead In Bangkok: Thai Media

A former Cambodian opposition MP and French citizen was shot dead by a gunman on a motorcycle in Bangkok on Tuesday, Thai media reported.

International Business Times

Cambodian court gives an opposition leader 2-year prison term, keeping pressure on critics

A Cambodian court has convicted an opposition party leader of inciting social disorder and sentenced him to two years in prison, the latest legal assault on opponents and critics of the government of Prime Minister Hun Manet

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For the first time in 8 years, a US Navy ship makes a port call in Cambodia, a top Chinese ally

A U.S. Navy warship has arrived in Cambodia, the first such visit in eight years to a nation that is China’s close ally in Southeast Asia

The Independent UK

Thailand deports 6 Cambodian activists facing treason charges over critical Facebook comments

Six Cambodian activists charged with treason for comments criticizing the government on Facebook have been deported from Thailand to stand trial, a pro-democracy group said

The Independent UK

Prak Sokhonn reappointed as Cambodia's foreign minister

Cambodian lawmakers have reappointed experienced diplomat Prak Sokhonn as foreign minister

The Independent UK

Award-winning Cambodian Reporter Quits Journalism After Arrest

A high-profile Cambodian reporter who won an international award for uncovering alleged cyber scams told AFP Tuesday that he is quitting journalism, saying he has lost "courage" after being arrested by the authorities and freed on bail.

International Business Times

Cambodia: journalist arrest signals false dawn for democracy as the country slides into authoritarianism

Mech Dara, an award-winning Cambodian journalist and one of the kingdom’s last remaining independent media voices, was arrested on Monday, September 30. He has been detained over a social media post for “incitement to disturb social security”, and faces up to two years in jail.

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Cambodia hopes a new canal will boost trade. But it risks harming the Mekong that feeds millions.

Cambodia has broken ground to build a $1.7 billion, China-funded canal to eventually link its capital Phnom Penh to the Gulf of Thailand

The Independent UK

Cambodia pulls out of a regional development pact after protests

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet says he's pulling his country out of a development agreement with neighboring Vietnam and Laos following protests that it was benefiting foreign interests

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Cambodian Opposition Figure In Court On Incitement Charge

An outspoken Cambodian opposition politician appeared in court Friday for questioning on new charges, the latest in a series of legal cases brought by the authorities against dissenting voices.

The Independent UK

Cambodia's leader defends arrests of protesters, claiming they were trying to overthrow government

Cambodia’s leader has condemned international human rights groups for criticizing his government’s arrests of nearly 100 people for protesting against a decades-old regional development agreement with neighboring countries

The Independent UK

Cambodia's prime minister leads warm welcome home for looted artifacts

Cambodia’s prime minister has led a celebration of the return of dozens of precious centuries-old artifacts from museums and private collectors abroad, and said his government will continue working with others to bring home more such cultural treasures

Al Jazeera

Cambodia starts work on canal linking Mekong River to sea

Phnom Penh says $1.7bn project economic as Vietnam worries it could be used by Chinese warships.

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Cambodia PM Launches Project Linking Mekong River To Sea Via Canal

Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet on Monday launched a controversial $1.7 billion canal project that aims to provide a new link from the Mekong River to the sea.

The Independent UK

Cambodia breaks ground on China-funded canal and says it will be built 'no matter the cost'

Cambodia on Monday broke ground to build a controversial, China-funded canal to link the capital Phnom Penh to the sea despite environmental concerns and the risk of straining ties with neighboring Vietnam

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US Defense Secretary Austin Strengthens Military Ties In Cambodia

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin strengthens military ties with China's ally Cambodia amidst regional tensions.

The Independent UK

US defense secretary meets Cambodia's top officials to push for stronger ties with China's ally

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is in Cambodia to push for stronger military ties with China’s closest ally in Southeast Asia

International Business Times

US Pentagon Chief Visits Cambodia To Boost Ties With China Ally

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin visited Cambodia on Tuesday in an effort to reset ties with the staunch China ally.

The Independent UK

The US defense secretary will visit Cambodia, one of China's closest allies, after regional talks

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is scheduled to make an official visit to Cambodia, one of China’s closest allies in Southeast Asia, after holding talks with his Chinese counterpart at an annual security conference in Singapore

Al Jazeera

As Cambodia launches $36.6bn building drive, China, Japan fight for spoils

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has unveiled a 174-project master plan that has attracted bids by rival powers.

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