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Mixed feelings over China's growing influence in Cambodia

Chinese investment in Cambodia

While Cambodia is becoming increasingly isolated from the United States and the European Union, its ties with China are stronger than ever. Chinese influence is perhaps most evident in the coastal city of Sihanoukville, which some are calling the new Macau.


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By Abbie O'Brien, Sarim Khem

Source: SBS




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While Cambodia is becoming increasingly isolated from the United States and the European Union, its ties with China are stronger than ever. Chinese influence is perhaps most evident in the coastal city of Sihanoukville, which some are calling the new Macau.



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