The report, quoting 'US and allied officials familiar with the matter', said the agreement would allow China to use the base for 30 years, with automatic renewals every 10 years thereafter.. Read more at straitstimes.com.
WASHINGTON - A US State Department spokesman on Monday said it was concerned after reports of a secret deal that allows Chinese armed forces at a Cambodia naval base.
"The United States continues to promote the peace and prosperity of Southeast Asia and the centrality of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations . "Further, we are concerned this base could undermine the prospects for the peaceful settlement of disputes, the promotion of maritime safety and security, and the freedom of navigation and overflight. The United States seeks a constructive bilateral relationship with Cambodia that serves the interests of both the American and Cambodian peoples."
The report, quoting"US and allied officials familiar with the matter", said the agreement would allow China to use the base for 30 years, with automatic renewals every 10 years thereafter. China would be able to post military personnel, store weapons and berth warships there, the report said."This is the worst-ever made up news against Cambodia," he was quoted as saying.
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