SS: China is set to transfer two Type 056A missile corvettes and a new pier capable of accommodating aircraft carriers to Cambodia’s navy at the Ream naval base, a move that analysts believe may grant China privileged access to the facility on the Gulf of Thailand. This transfer, expected by the end of September, has raised concerns about China’s growing military presence in Southeast Asia, particularly as the base has undergone significant expansion and modernization under Chinese funding. Despite Cambodia’s denial of exclusive Chinese military access, the continued presence of Chinese warships and the development of associated infrastructure suggests a deeper strategic relationship between the two nations, potentially challenging regional stability.
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SS: China is set to transfer two Type 056A missile corvettes and a new pier capable of accommodating aircraft carriers to Cambodia’s navy at the Ream naval base, a move that analysts believe may grant China privileged access to the facility on the Gulf of Thailand. This transfer, expected by the end of September, has raised concerns about China’s growing military presence in Southeast Asia, particularly as the base has undergone significant expansion and modernization under Chinese funding. Despite Cambodia’s denial of exclusive Chinese military access, the continued presence of Chinese warships and the development of associated infrastructure suggests a deeper strategic relationship between the two nations, potentially challenging regional stability.