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Knowing Where to Stop Is Wise Leadership, Not Cowardice
In today’s anarchic international order, rules are often broken, and no single superpower can truly guarantee peace and stability. Evidence shows that once countries fall into war, recovery becomes extremely difficult. Recent conflicts demonstrate that war, once started, tends to last for many years and brings long-term suffering. Against this background, Cambodia’s effort to exhaust all peaceful means and seek ceasefire solutions reflects wise leadership rather than weakness.
Cambodia’s quest for international reputation: strategies and implications
Abstract Small states, especially developed and democratic states in Europe, have been important players in international security and diplomacy. From joining NATO military operations, gaining a seat in the UN Security Council, to providing economic aid for poorer countries, small democratic states have demonstrated the inclination to acquire status and elevate their influence in international politics.
Beyond China and the US: Cambodia's Strategic Embrace of Middle Power Partners
In a world where old alliances are crumbling and new power struggles emerge, Cambodia has a unique opportunity to chart its own course. Instead of being caught in the crossfire of superpower rivalries, Cambodia can forge stronger, more beneficial partnerships with middle powers like Australia, South Korea, and Japan, securing its own prosperity and stability. History has shown that Cambodia’s entanglement with great powers often comes at a steep price.
How Australia Succeeds in Using Soft-Power Diplomacy in Cambodia
This handout photo taken and released on March 5, 2024 by the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit 2024 shows Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (R) receiving Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet for a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the 50th ASEAN-Australia Special Summit in Melbourne.
Military Path May Save Youth From Gangs, Prisons
On December 22, 2006, Cambodia enacted its Military Conscription Law, mandating all citizens between the ages of 18 and 30 to serve an 18-month term in the armed forces. Yet for nearly two decades, the law remained largely dormant. Fiscal constraints and shifting national priorities—such as investing in human capital, healthcare, infrastructure, and social welfare—delayed its enforcement. Today, however, Cambodia faces a markedly different security landscape.
Why China Should Aim for Cambodia as an Exemplar of BRI Success Story
Opinion Why China Should Aim for Cambodia as an Exemplar of BRI Success Story Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, September 15, 2023. /Xinhua By Manghout Ki October 13, 2023 2:48 PM China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has garnered praise and criticism since its launch in 2013.
Will Hun Manet Follow in His Predecessors' Footsteps of "Keeping the Old, Increasing the New?”
Opinion Will Hun Manet Follow in His Predecessors' Footsteps of "Keeping the Old, Increasing the New?” Hun Manet, center, army chief, designate prime minister and son of Cambodia Prime Minister Hun Sen, attends an assembly session in the National Assembly's hall in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023.
2023 National Election: Cambodia’s Finest ‘Business as Usual’ Election?
Opinion 2023 National Election: Cambodia’s Finest ‘Business as Usual’ Election? Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Sen and his wife Bun Rany hold up their fingers which have been marked to show that they have voted at a polling station in Kandal province on July 23, 2023 during the general elections.
Defections to CPP Strengthen Grip on Power
Opinion Defections to CPP Strengthen Grip on Power Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Sen (C) waves to supporters during a campaign rally for the upcoming election in Phnom Penh on July 1, 2023. Cambodians go to the polls on July 23. Photo by Tang Chhin Sothy / AFP By Manghout Ki July 3, 2023 10:55 AM It is significant and revealing when there is a shift in the political landscape. The Cambodian People's Party (CPP), which is in power in Cambodia, has been experiencing a notable transformation.
Imperfect ASEAN is Better than No ASEAN
Opinion Imperfect ASEAN is Better than No ASEAN (L-R) Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai, Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Indonesia's President Joko Widodo, Laos' Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Sen, Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and East Timor’s Prime Minister Taur Matan Ruak pose for a...
A Strategic Pause - Cambodia’s Path Forward in the Border Dispute with Thailand
In the realm of international relations, where no authority exists above sovereign states to enforce rules or deliver justice, the ongoing border dispute between Cambodia and Thailand serves as a stark illustration of how power dynamics — particularly military and economic strength — ultimately determine outcomes. As Professor John Mearsheimer's realist theory posits, survival is the foremost objective of every state in this international system.
Cambodian Generosity: Reputation over Revenue in the 2023 Southeast Asian Games
Opinion Cambodian Generosity: Reputation over Revenue in the 2023 Southeast Asian Games The delegation from the host Cambodia parades during the opening ceremony of the 32nd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) at the Morodok Techo National Stadium in Phnom Penh on May 5, 2023.
How Cambodia Maintains Religious Harmony
Opinion How Cambodia Maintains Religious Harmony Buddhist monks walk in line to get lunch during the Pchum Ben festival (Festival of Death) at a pagoda in Phnom Penh on September 13, 2022. Photo by TANG CHHIN Sothy / AFP By Manghout Ki April 15, 2023 8:35 AM Buddhism is the official religion of Cambodia. The 2019 Cambodia Inter-Censal Population Survey indicates that about 95% of the population identifies as Buddhist.
Chinese Investors Returning: Cambodia Should Learn the Lesson of Money Laundering Risks
Opinion Chinese Investors Returning: Cambodia Should Learn the Lesson of Money Laundering Risks As of July 2022, more than 1,000 buildings in Preah Sihanouk province have been left unfinished due to the COVID-19 crisis and the closure of online casinos. Photo Phat Dane By Manghout Ki March 19, 2023 9:21 AM Money laundering is the process of passing off as legitimate the proceeds of criminal activity.
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