china military to Cambodia

China’s Troops to Cambodia

China and Cambodia have signed a deal granting the Chinese military use of a naval base on Cambodia’s coast. This is the latest milestone in China’s quest to become a global military power. The agreement grants China’s People’s Liberation Army exclusive rights for 30 years to a 62-acre section of the “Ream Naval Base”, allowing it to station soldiers, weaponry and warships there. Cambodia is expected to receive $40 million worth of weapons bought from China. The naval base and airport add to the 20% of Cambodia’s coastline now leased to Chinese companies, and makes possible further Chinese military expansion at the expense of Cambodian citizens and sovereignty. If you have a naval base in Cambodia, it means the Chinese Navy has a more favorable operational environment in the wa...[Read More]

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