In a significant move to bolster regional stability, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sok Chenda Sophea in Beijing on Friday. Both leaders emphasized their commitment to jointly safeguard peace in the region.
Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, highlighted China's readiness to enhance mutual cooperation and share development opportunities with Cambodia. He outlined plans to advance the Industrial Development Corridor and the Fish and Rice Corridor, and to explore potential water conservancy projects.
Furthermore, Wang expressed China's willingness to encourage more Chinese-funded enterprises to invest in Cambodia, sharing valuable experiences from building special economic zones. This initiative aims to foster economic growth and create shared benefits for both nations.
The discussions also centered around leveraging the China-Cambodia People-to-People Exchange Year 2024. Both sides aim to strengthen the foundational community ties, fostering a shared future between their peoples.
Deputy Prime Minister Sok Chenda Sophea reaffirmed Cambodia's steadfast support for the one-China principle and China's efforts to safeguard its core interests. He assured that Cambodia is committed to promoting pragmatic cooperation with China and will work to create a conducive environment for Chinese investments.
The leaders agreed to deepen collaboration in various sectors, including agriculture, infrastructure, connectivity, the digital economy, artificial intelligence, special economic zones, and human resources development. Additionally, they planned to enhance people-to-people ties through initiatives in education, tourism, youth engagement, and vocational training.
This strengthened partnership underscores the mutual dedication of China and Cambodia to fostering a peaceful and prosperous regional environment, leveraging economic and social cooperation to achieve common goals.
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Wang Yi: China hopes to jointly safeguard regional peace with Cambodia
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