Cambodia says China to hand over two warships
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Cambodia says China to hand over two warships

The Hindu  

Cambodia said on Thursday that China will soon hand over two warships to improve its defence capabilities, despite U.S. fears about Beijing boosting its military influence in the strategic Gulf of Thailand. Maly Socheata, a spokeswoman for the Cambodian Defence Ministry, told AFP that China would send the two new so-called Type 056C corvettes next year, at the earliest. But Washington says the base could give Beijing a key strategic position on the Gulf of Thailand near the disputed South China Sea, which China largely claims. She denied that the Ream Naval Base would be used by a foreign military, saying Cambodia would not allow any foreign military set its base in the country.

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A US Navy ship will make its first port call in 8 years in Cambodia, a close ally of China
1 week, 4 days ago

A US Navy ship will make its first port call in 8 years in Cambodia, a close ally of China

Associated Press  

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia — A U.S. Navy warship will make a port call next week in Cambodia, China’s close ally in Southeast Asia, the first such visit in eight years, according to a Cambodian statement on Friday. The visit was scheduled after a U.S. request for a port call, it added, and would “strengthen and expand the bonds of friendship …

Cambodia says China gifting 2 warships as it finishes work expanding strategically important port
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Cambodia says China gifting 2 warships as it finishes work expanding strategically important port

Associated Press  

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia — Cambodia’s Defense Ministry said Wednesday that China is giving its navy two warships of the type it has had docked for months at a strategically important base being expanded with Beijing’s funding, which has raised concerns of China establishing a permanent naval presence on the Gulf of Thailand. Ministry spokeswoman Maly Socheata told The Associated Press …

Cambodia breaks ground on a China-funded canal and says it will be built ‘no matter the cost’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

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

Associated Press  

PREK TAKEO, Cambodia — Cambodia broke ground Monday on 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. The project has Vietnam worried, both about the effect on its Mekong Delta rice-growing and about Cambodia moving out of its orbit, said Nguyen Khac Giang, …

Chinese warships have been docked in Cambodia for 5 months, but government says it’s not permanent
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Chinese warships have been docked in Cambodia for 5 months, but government says it’s not permanent

Associated Press  

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia — Cambodia’s Defense Ministry insisted Wednesday that the months-long presence of two Chinese warships in a strategically important naval base that is being newly expanded with funding from Beijing does not constitute a permanent deployment of the Chinese military in the country. Questions had arisen after the Center for Strategic and International Studies reported last month that …

Chinese naval ships are first to dock at new pier at Cambodian base linked to Beijing
1 year ago

Chinese naval ships are first to dock at new pier at Cambodian base linked to Beijing

LA Times  

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Chinese navy ships are first to dock at new pier at Cambodian naval base linked to Beijing
1 year ago

Chinese navy ships are first to dock at new pier at Cambodian naval base linked to Beijing

Associated Press  

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Blue-water ambitions: Is China looking beyond its neighborhood now it has the world’s largest navy?
1 year, 3 months ago

Blue-water ambitions: Is China looking beyond its neighborhood now it has the world’s largest navy?

CNN  

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China’s new military base in Cambodia threatens India’s security- Here’s why
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China’s new military base in Cambodia threatens India’s security- Here’s why

Live Mint  

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China and Cambodia hold first naval drills in Cambodian waters
1 year, 9 months ago

China and Cambodia hold first naval drills in Cambodian waters

Al Jazeera  

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Why China’s attempt to set up more military bases abroad may run into rough weather
1 year, 11 months ago

Why China’s attempt to set up more military bases abroad may run into rough weather

Firstpost  

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US concerns on Chinese military-related projects in Cambodia
2 years, 1 month ago

US concerns on Chinese military-related projects in Cambodia

Hindustan Times  

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Growing Concern Over Potential Chinese Military Presence in Cambodia's Ream Naval Base
2 years, 3 months ago

Growing Concern Over Potential Chinese Military Presence in Cambodia's Ream Naval Base

News 18  

There is increasing concern about China’s growing military influence over neighboring Cambodia, with potential Chinese military presence at Cambodia’s Ream Naval Base and as well as a regular stream of weapons and military equipment sent to the country from China. Reacting to the satellite imagery, Shugart said, “So, is China really building SAM launcher emplacements at an overseas base located …

Is China building a military base in Cambodia?
2 years, 6 months ago

Is China building a military base in Cambodia?

The Hindu  

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China, Cambodia break ground on port, dismiss US concerns
2 years, 6 months ago

China, Cambodia break ground on port, dismiss US concerns

Associated Press  

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia — Chinese and Cambodian officials broke ground Wednesday on a contentious naval port expansion project, dismissing American concerns it could provide Beijing with a strategically important military outpost on the Gulf of Thailand. Cambodian Defense Minister Tea Banh, Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia Wang Wentian and other officials donned white gloves before turning over shovels full of dirt …

China, Cambodia breaking ground on joint port project
2 years, 6 months ago

China, Cambodia breaking ground on joint port project

Associated Press  

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US envoy conveys concerns to Cambodia about Myanmar, China
3 years ago

US envoy conveys concerns to Cambodia about Myanmar, China

Associated Press  

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia — A U.S. State Department envoy conveyed concerns to top Cambodian officials on Friday about bilateral and regional issues, including the crisis in Myanmar and the construction of Chinese military facilities at a Cambodian naval base. Chollet told journalists his discussions with Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn involved issues related to Myanmar and China, as well as …

China defends Cambodia relations after US expresses concern
3 years, 6 months ago

China defends Cambodia relations after US expresses concern

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China said Thursday its relationship with Cambodia has made positive contributions to regional peace and stability, after the U.S. expressed concerns about the presence of the Chinese military in the Southeast Asian nation. In a meeting with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen on Tuesday, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman focused on China’s construction of new facilities …

US expresses concern over China link to Cambodian base
4 years, 2 months ago

US expresses concern over China link to Cambodian base

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The United States expressed disappointment …

Cambodia denies new speculation about Chinese base plans
4 years, 2 months ago

Cambodia denies new speculation about Chinese base plans

Associated Press  

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia — Cambodia’s government denied that its demolition of a U.S.-funded facility at one of its naval bases is a signal that China will be granted basing privileges there, saying the work only involves planned infrastructure improvements. The statement by the National Committee for Maritime Security on Monday was in response to recent media reports highlighting new concerns …

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