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The Victoria Angkor, in Siem Reap (Cambodia). © Tibor Bognar/Alamy banque d'images

Spy Way of Life
Victoria Angkor, hit by anti-corruption probe in Paris, and more sought after than ever by Cambodian top brass

Across the globe, spies gather in inconspicuous dens to meet contacts and hold discreet conversations. This week, Intelligence Online explores the Victoria Angkor hotel, which is the object of much interest in both Paris and Siem Reap.

Subscribers only Government Intelligence 29.09.2023

Against backdrop of regional rivalries, Cambodia's new police chief puts stamp on internal security

New police head Sar Thet, who has oversight of the country's intelligence services, is reorganising his troops with political goals in mind as Vietnam and China watch from the sidelines.

Subscribers only Government Intelligence 28.09.2023

Former Prime Minister and strongman of Cambodia, Hun Sen, then in office, during his meeting with Emmanuel Macron, December 13, 2022. © Ludovic MARIN / AFP

Phnom Penh seeks mediator role between West and China on Ukraine

Cambodia's shifting stance on Ukraine is not going down well with Russia. But the country's freshly retired strongman Hun Sen, who plans to stay in charge of the country's foreign policy, wants more than ever to play on the kingdom's position between China and Russia to reach out to Europe.

Subscribers only Government Intelligence 07.09.2023

Jonathan Choi, CEO of Sunwah Group. © Tom Wang/Reuters

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Jonathan Choi, champion of Chinese interests in France and South East Asia

Known for his patronage in Paris, the Hong Kong businessman and prominent United Front member has also gained considerable influence in Vietnam and Cambodia through his groups Sunwah and VinaCapital. These are now being increasingly run by his son, Jesse Choi, as he works to expand their networks.

Subscribers only International Dealmaking 18.07.2023

Demining operation in Ukraine. © Viacheslav Ratynskyi/Reuters

Ukrainian mine clearance officers train in Phnom Penh under Russia's watchful eye

Subscribers only Government Intelligence 23.03.2023

Cambodia explores non-Chinese alternatives to Huawei for data storage infrastructure

Cambodia is stepping up the pace of its data centre construction but fears the risk of spying by Beijing, its main ally, which means the business could go to other countries.

Subscribers only International Dealmaking 08.09.2023

US launches charm offensive as Cambodia prepares for handover of power

The US is counting on the political transition in Cambodia to regain influence in a country that is increasingly China-orientated. Under Prime Minister Hun Sen, the government is defensively tightening control over information.

Subscribers only Government Intelligence 26.07.2023

Cambodia's pre-election manoeuvres pit pro-Vietnam camp against pro-China politicians

Cambodia's upcoming general elections will be decisive in determining the future diplomatic balance of power in the country between China, which dominates, and Vietnam.

Subscribers only Government Intelligence 12.07.2023

Yunnan Construction group spearheads Chinese influence in Southeast Asia

Cambodia's new international airport is due to be finished next month. The facility has been built by a company from Yunnan, a Chinese province central to Beijing's strategy to grow its influence in Southeast Asia.

Subscribers only International Dealmaking 10.02.2023

Business magnate Rithy Sear acts as informal emissary for Cambodia's PM Hun Sen

Chinese-Khmer entrepreneur Rithy Sear, the CEO of Worldbridge Group who has the ear of Western diplomats, has taken on the task of boosting Cambodia's image and that of its prime minister, just as the country appears to be playing an increasingly pivotal role in South-East Asian rivalries between China and the US.

Subscribers only International Dealmaking 13.01.2023

Prince Holding Group spearheads Chinese business influence in Cambodia

Chinese influence is growing in Cambodia, thanks in no small part to Prince Holding Group, headed by its mysterious founder-president, 35-year-old Chen Zhi.

Subscribers only International Dealmaking 16.12.2022

How Hun Sen and his clans plan to keep control of key ministries in 2023

Just as Cambodia has emerged as a major player in the China-US showdown in the Indo-Pacific, Prime Minister Hun Sen is preparing his succession, which will take place next year. In order to ensure a new government loyal to his son Hun Manet, he is banking on the various loyalties created over the years, in particular in the defence and interior ministries.

Subscribers only Government Intelligence 13.12.2022

Cambodian PM Hun Sen (left) and his son, Hun Manet.

Foreign powers curry favour with prime minister Hun Sen's progeny

Against a background of growing tension between Washington and Beijing, Cambodian prime minister Hun Sen is preparing his succession. All his children are receiving attention from one or more foreign powers, often in the form of business interests.

Subscribers only Government Intelligence 27.10.2022

Beijing's painstaking work to open up Cambodia's political and royal doors

In order to have a free hand to develop its naval holdings in the country, Beijing has ensured that it has a dedicated team of businessmen in Prime Minister Hun Sen's entourage.

Subscribers only International Dealmaking 13.09.2022

How Beijing patiently laid the groundwork for its naval base in Cambodia

By placing loyalists in key positions in Cambodia's political and financial sector, not to mention a propaganda component, Beijing has secured a favourable long-term position there, allowing it to develop its construction of a naval base with peace of mind.

Free Government Intelligence 22.06.2022

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ALL ARTICLES - Cambodia

Spy Way of Life
Victoria Angkor, hit by anti-corruption probe in Paris, and more sought after than ever by Cambodian top brass

Against backdrop of regional rivalries, Cambodia's new police chief puts stamp on internal security

Phnom Penh seeks mediator role between West and China on Ukraine

Spotlight
Jonathan Choi, champion of Chinese interests in France and South East Asia

Ukrainian mine clearance officers train in Phnom Penh under Russia's watchful eye

Cambodia explores non-Chinese alternatives to Huawei for data storage infrastructure

US launches charm offensive as Cambodia prepares for handover of power

Cambodia's pre-election manoeuvres pit pro-Vietnam camp against pro-China politicians

Yunnan Construction group spearheads Chinese influence in Southeast Asia

Business magnate Rithy Sear acts as informal emissary for Cambodia's PM Hun Sen

Prince Holding Group spearheads Chinese business influence in Cambodia

How Hun Sen and his clans plan to keep control of key ministries in 2023

Foreign powers curry favour with prime minister Hun Sen's progeny

Beijing's painstaking work to open up Cambodia's political and royal doors

How Beijing patiently laid the groundwork for its naval base in Cambodia

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ALL ARTICLES - Cambodia

Spy Way of Life Victoria Angkor, hit by anti-corruption probe in Paris, and more sought after than ever by Cambodian top brass

Against backdrop of regional rivalries, Cambodia's new police chief puts stamp on internal security

Phnom Penh seeks mediator role between West and China on Ukraine

Spotlight Jonathan Choi, champion of Chinese interests in France and South East Asia

Ukrainian mine clearance officers train in Phnom Penh under Russia's watchful eye

Cambodia explores non-Chinese alternatives to Huawei for data storage infrastructure

US launches charm offensive as Cambodia prepares for handover of power

Cambodia's pre-election manoeuvres pit pro-Vietnam camp against pro-China politicians

Yunnan Construction group spearheads Chinese influence in Southeast Asia

Business magnate Rithy Sear acts as informal emissary for Cambodia's PM Hun Sen

Prince Holding Group spearheads Chinese business influence in Cambodia

How Hun Sen and his clans plan to keep control of key ministries in 2023

Foreign powers curry favour with prime minister Hun Sen's progeny

Beijing's painstaking work to open up Cambodia's political and royal doors

How Beijing patiently laid the groundwork for its naval base in Cambodia

Washington increasingly worried about Chinese influence in Cambodia

Al Qaeda's Backwater Logistics Base

Sleeper Cell in Europe?

Mystery Over Ta Mok’s Death

TA MOK

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About Intelligence Online

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Intelligence Online on social media

Indigo Publications' websites

Insiders | China
Security, propaganda and the PLA: Xi Jinping forges new networks of influence

Insiders | Qatar
Barzan Holdings, Qatar's defence industry giant springing up out of the desert

Spy Way of Life
Victoria Angkor, hit by anti-corruption probe in Paris, and more sought after than ever by Cambodian top brass

Spotlight
Jonathan Choi, champion of Chinese interests in France and South East Asia