Phnom Penh, Cambodia – Cui Li, Vice Chair of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Committee on Good-Neighborliness, Friendship and Cooperation, met with Cambodian Senate Acting President Wu Bolie in Phnom Penh on March 4th. The two sides exchanged views on strengthening China-Cambodia people-to-people friendship within the framework of the SCO. Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia Wang Wentian was also present at the meeting.
This visit highlights the ongoing efforts to foster stronger ties between China and Cambodia, leveraging the SCO platform to promote goodwill and cooperation at the grassroots level. The meeting focused on exploring avenues to enhance mutual understanding and collaboration between the citizens of both nations.
The SCO, a Eurasian political, economic, and security alliance, has been increasingly focused on promoting regional stability and development through various channels, including cultural and people-to-people exchanges. The Good-Neighborliness Committee plays a crucial role in facilitating these exchanges and building trust among member states and partner countries.
The discussion between Cui Li and Wu Bolie underscores the importance of sub-national diplomacy and the role of civil society in strengthening international relations. By focusing on people-to-people connections, the SCO aims to create a more robust foundation for long-term cooperation and mutual benefit between China and Cambodia.
The presence of Ambassador Wang Wentian further emphasizes the significance of this visit and the commitment of the Chinese government to strengthening its relationship with Cambodia. This meeting is expected to pave the way for more initiatives aimed at fostering closer ties between the two countries, contributing to regional stability and prosperity within the SCO framework.
References:
- China News Service. (2025, March 4). 上合组织睦委会副主席访柬 [SCO Good-Neighborliness Committee Vice Chair Visits Cambodia]. Retrieved from [Insert Original URL Here]
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