China-Cambodia economic relations in the context of “One Belt One Road”: A systematic review
List of Authors
  • Lim Ghee Thean , Shi Yayun

Keyword
  • One Belt One Road, Economic Relations, Cambodia Economy, International Economy, regional cooperation

Abstract
  • Cambodia is one of China's key partners under the Belt and Road Initiative. There are close ties in the bilateral political, economic and social spheres, as well as technical cooperation and exchange. China's Belt and Road projects with Cambodia include specific projects in the areas of roads, air transport, water transport, industrial investment and tourism resources development. This paper is a systematic review of the impact of the One Belt One Road (OBOR) on the economic relations between China and Cambodia. In the context of increasing international cooperation, China-Cambodia economic relations in the context of “One Belt One Road” provides a reference for future research on regional cooperation between countries or regions.

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