Wang Yi Calls for Faster Development of Cambodia-China Industrial and Fish and Rice Corridors
Wang Yi Calls for Faster Development of Cambodia-China Industrial and Fish and Rice Corridors
BEIJING, November 5, 2026 — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to supporting Cambodia’s development and strengthening bilateral strategic cooperation during a meeting with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn in Beijing on November 4, 2026.
According to a statement shared by Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun, the meeting took place on the sidelines of the 11th Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.
Wang said the LMC framework had a solid foundation and promising prospects, with the potential to contribute to Cambodia’s development, revitalisation and improvement of people’s livelihoods.
He described China as Cambodia’s most reliable strategic anchor and pledged continued support for Cambodia in pursuing a development path suited to its national conditions.
Wang also called for stronger strategic communication and closer coordination to address external challenges and promote each country’s modernisation efforts.
He said both countries should prepare for upcoming high-level exchanges, safeguard their shared strategic interests and accelerate the development of the Industrial Development Corridor and the Fish and Rice Corridor.
The Chinese foreign minister also called for deeper practical cooperation in infrastructure, agriculture and other sectors.
On security cooperation, Wang urged both countries to maintain a strong crackdown on telecommunications and online fraud, ensuring that such criminal activities do not return.
The meeting underscored China’s continued emphasis on strengthening its strategic partnership with Cambodia and expanding cooperation across economic development, infrastructure and regional security.
