Cambodia’s Ream Naval Base, expanded and upgraded with Beijing’s assistance, was officially inaugurated on April 5 amid fears that it could become a Chinese military outpost. Interestingly, shortly after it became operational, Chinese troops launched joint military drills with Cambodia at the base.  Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet presided over the opening of Cambodia’s main … Continue reading Days After Official Inauguration, Chinese Troops Drill At Cambodia’s ‘Controversial’ Ream Naval Base; What’s Cooking?