geovalin Posted August 3, 2018 Share Posted August 3, 2018 BEIJING (Reuters) - Foreigners should not interfere in Cambodia’s internal affairs, the Chinese government’s top diplomat told his Cambodian counterpart, following an election in the Southeast Asian nation that critics said was neither free nor fair. China is Cambodia’s most important diplomatic and economic backer. Prime Minister Hun Sen’s ruling Cambodian People’s Party said on Monday it had won all 125 parliamentary seats up for grabs in a general election a day earlier, a vote heavily criticized by rights groups, the United States and other Western countries. Chinese State Councillor Wang Yi offered his congratulations for what he said was the “smooth” election, China’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement late on Wednesday after Wang met Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhon on the sidelines of a regional forum in Singapore. The election result showed the Cambodian people’s “affirmation and trust” in the administration of the Cambodian People’s Party, Wang said. “China has always resolutely supported Cambodia’s efforts to protect its sovereignty, independence and stability, and opposes any foreign country interfering in Cambodia’s internal affairs,” the statement cited Wang as saying. China would continue to provide help to Cambodia to maintain stability and develop, he said. The Chinese Foreign Ministry quoted Prak Sokhon as saying the election was orderly and transparent and that the Cambodian people had voted for peace, stability and development. “China is the Cambodian people’s closest, most reliable friend,” he said, according to the Chinese statement. Reporting by Ben Blanchard; Editing by Paul Tait https://www.reuters.com/article/us-asean-singapore-china-cambodia/china-says-foreigners-should-not-interfere-in-cambodia-after-election-idUSKBN1KN034 -- © Copyright Reuters 03/08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post yellowboat Posted August 3, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted August 3, 2018 I feel nauseated. Doubt it was Perrier or the fruit salad I had for lunch. 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emster23 Posted August 3, 2018 Share Posted August 3, 2018 3 hours ago, geovalin said: “China has always resolutely supported Cambodia’s efforts to protect its sovereignty, independence and stability, and opposes any foreign country interfering in Cambodia’s internal affairs,” the statement cited Wang as saying. "That's our job, and we've got it covered!" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorG Posted August 3, 2018 Share Posted August 3, 2018 That is a bit rich coming from a country that often interferes with other nations. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post cmsally Posted August 3, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted August 3, 2018 To be honest I think this is the future of South East Asia as a whole. It's really depressing! 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonmarleesco Posted August 3, 2018 Share Posted August 3, 2018 4 hours ago, geovalin said: China ... opposes any foreign country interfering in Cambodia’s internal affairs,” Unless, of course, it's China. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post spidermike007 Posted August 3, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted August 3, 2018 China, being the dictatorial, repressive, massively corrupt, human organ trafficking government that it is, would no doubt lend their support to a serial killing, despot thief dictator, who has gotten away with posing as a democratically elected leader for decades. He is right with the mold of both Mao and Xi. They love a strongman leader. They despise democracy. And since Sen is essentially selling out his nation to China, they love him. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post natway09 Posted August 3, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted August 3, 2018 Doctor G What are you talking about ? ,,,,, read my lips China owns Cambodia 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benmart Posted August 3, 2018 Share Posted August 3, 2018 China, the friend with one hand out and the other holding a gun behind its back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phycokiller Posted August 3, 2018 Share Posted August 3, 2018 6 hours ago, spidermike007 said: China, being the dictatorial, repressive, massively corrupt, human organ trafficking government that it is, would no doubt lend their support to a serial killing, despot thief dictator, who has gotten away with posing as a democratically elected leader for decades. He is right with the mold of both Mao and Xi. They love a strongman leader. They despise democracy. And since Sen is essentially selling out his nation to China, they love him. I dont think China cares, as long as Hun Sen sells them anything they want they are happy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redline Posted August 3, 2018 Share Posted August 3, 2018 The corruption is sickening there. The people have nothing, not even hope 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad mick Posted August 4, 2018 Share Posted August 4, 2018 17 hours ago, DoctorG said: That is a bit rich coming from a country that often interferes with other nations. correct they are meddling in pacific ocean region , africa , south america, china is doing what america did and is still doing meddling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phycokiller Posted August 4, 2018 Share Posted August 4, 2018 6 hours ago, Redline said: The corruption is sickening there. The people have nothing, not even hope actually Ive been here a couple of years and Ive seen dark empty streets turn into busy restaurant areas full of khmer customers, so the place seems to be doing ok. no thanks to the government tho, but at least they are left alone, no police harassment like in Thailand. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redline Posted August 4, 2018 Share Posted August 4, 2018 (edited) 2 hours ago, phycokiller said: actually Ive been here a couple of years and Ive seen dark empty streets turn into busy restaurant areas full of khmer customers, so the place seems to be doing ok. no thanks to the government tho, but at least they are left alone, no police harassment like in Thailand. Yes, I go often and have good friends there. I also help a a girl in orphanage. They have no medical care and the government does nothing to help. All of the development is China and is laced with corruption. It trickles a little bit, but most people are screwed. Enjoy your time there. Edited August 4, 2018 by Redline 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted August 4, 2018 Share Posted August 4, 2018 Nobody has done more damage to Cambodia than Cambodia itself! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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