Opinion | Cambodia aspires to shed its dependencies while staying connected
- Posted on July 14, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Cambodia faces a critical balancing act as it pursues economic growth through infrastructure development and international connectivity. While the nation invests heavily in ports and canal projects to strengthen trade relations, experts emphasize that diplomatic relationships require equal attention. Phnom Penh must navigate complex geopolitical dynamics carefully, ensuring that infrastructure investments don't create new dependencies while fostering mutually beneficial partnerships with regional and global stakeholders.
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Opinion | Cambodia aspires to shed its dependencies while staying connected
As it seeks connectivity, Phnom Penh must build diplomatic bridges with as much effort as it constructs ports and canals.
