Cambodia edges towards an independent foreign policy

Cambodia is pursuing an independent, rules-based foreign policy that hedges its security by maintaining balanced ties with major powers. Key themes:

• Hedging strategy: Cambodia aims to safeguard sovereignty by engaging with multiple powers (Japan, China, the EU, US, India, Australia) to diversify risk and support development.
• Independent and rules-based framework: Emphasizes sovereignty, non-alignment, international law, and multilateralism; aligns with constitutional pri