Cambodia and Japan Strengthen Bilateral Relations with Strategic Partnerships and Economic Cooperation
DEFENSE
Cambodia and Japan are deepening their bilateral relations through a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, focusing on economic, security, and international collaboration. Prime Minister Hun Manet's visit to Japan in May 2025 highlighted their commitment, with trade reaching $2.16 billion in 2024 and Japan providing approximately $3 billion in development assistance since 1992. The partnership also includes increased security cooperation, exemplified by Japan's donation of patrol boats to Cambodia.

Jan 20, 2026, 12:08 PM