Chinese President Xi Jinping strengthens ties with Cambodia

Our Privacy Statement & Cookie Policy. By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of cookies, revised Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. You can change your cookie settings through your browser. Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen in Beijing on June 26, 2026, marking a significant step in strengthening China-Cambodia relations. Xi expressed appreciation for Cambodia's stance on the one-China principle, saying that it is essential for the development of China-Cambodia ties. The meeting took place at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where Xi congratulated the Cambodian People's Party on its 75th founding anniversary. He expressed hope that Cambodia will continue to make progress in national reconstruction and rejuvenation under the party's leadership. Since Xi's state visit to Cambodia in April last year, the two countries have strengthened mutual trust and deepened cooperation in various fields. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen expressed gratitude for China's support in Cambodia's economic and social development, as well as its commitment to safeguarding national sovereignty and security. China and Cambodia share a long-standing traditional friendship, which has taken on new significance in the current international landscape. Xi said that China will continue to prioritize its relationship with Cambodia in its neighborhood diplomacy and promote strategic mutual trust between the two countries. To further deepen bilateral cooperation, Xi suggested that both countries establish a security partnership to combat transnational crimes such as telecom fraud. Xi also proposed strengthening exchanges between the two countries' governing parties to enhance party and state governance. Hun Sen appreciated China's offer and expressed Cambodia's willingness to deepen cooperation in areas such as economy, security, national defense, and people-to-people exchanges. He also emphasized Cambodia's commitment to opposing any form of