Chinese Warships Conduct Joint Exercise at Controversial Cambodian Naval Base
Chinese warships, including a Type 056A corvette, have visited the controversial Ream naval base in Cambodia for a joint exercise, marking the first time foreign navy ships have used the new pier built with Chinese assistance. The visit highlights the close military and economic ties between China and Cambodia, with Chinese firms heavily investing in various infrastructure projects in the country. The expansion of the Ream naval base has raised concerns in the United States, which has accused Cambodia of lacking transparency about its purpose and the role of the People's Liberation Army. Cambodia denies upgrading the base for the PLA's use, but access to the base has been restricted for US officials.
