2026-04-23
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China and Cambodia have held their first 2 plus 2 strategic dialogue between foreign and defense ministers.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Defense Minister Dong Jun co-chair the meeting
with their Cambodian counterparts in Phnom Penh.
Wang Yi said China is ready to turn the dialogue into a key platform to promote political and security cooperation
and support Cambodia's development.
China has also voiced support for dialogue between Cambodia and Thailand
to rebuild their trust and improve their bilateral ties.
Cambodian officials have described China as their country's most trustworthy partner,
reaffirming their commitment to the one-China principle.
So for more, joining us now on the line is Ina Tengen,
Senior Fellow of the Center for International Governance Innovation, a Canada-based think tank.
So thank you very much for joining us today, Aina.
First of all, what do you think the launch of this 2 plus 2 strategic dialogue itself tells us about the momentum