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US Pentagon chief visits Cambodia to boost ties with China ally
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin visited Cambodia to reset ties with China ally, addressing concerns over China's influence in the region.
Mumbai man loses Rs 1.07 crore in trading scam; Here's how Indians lost Rs 1,750 cr in just four months
A 48-year-old man from Navi Mumbai lost Rs 1.07 crore in a share trading scam, highlighting a broader surge in cybercrime in India. The Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) reported 20,043 trading scam cases amounting to Rs 14,204.83 crore between January and April 2024. Fraudsters often use call spoofing and impersonate officials to deceive victims. The government has responded by freezing bank accounts and blocking SIM cards to protect potential victims.
Chinese ambassador promises 'friendship' and 'cooperation' as 2 Chinese warships dock in Cambodia
Chinese warships docked at Sihanoukville Port for joint naval exercises near Ream Naval Base. Concerns over China's presence in the South China Sea. Ambassador Wang Wentian emphasizes cooperation. Controversy over Golden Dragon exercises, responses from Hun Sen and Gen. Vong Pisen, and denials of foreign military bases in Cambodia.
China, Cambodia to hold joint military exercises
Cambodia and China will hold joint annual military drills from Thursday, an official said, amid US concerns that Beijing could use a Cambodian naval base to expand its influence in the region. He said the Chinese vessels would test the "Ream Naval Base that China is constructing for Cambodia", and denied Chinese troops would be stationed at the base. suy/srg/sco
Chinese ships visit Cambodian naval base
Two Chinese warships visited Cambodia's Ream naval base, sparking concerns over Beijing's influence in the Gulf of Thailand, an area of interest for Washington. Chinese-funded expansion at the base near Sihanoukville is near completion. Cambodian officials confirmed the visit without divulging details. Despite strong China-Cambodia relations, the US worries this base will bolster China's strategic naval presence.
As China looks to set up second military base on foreign soil, what it means for India?
China is recceing various spots, especially in South Asia, to set up overseas military bases. If China builds a military base anywhere in South Asia, India may be forced to pour in more funds for naval facilities and take additional measures to preserve its relations and influence among its neighbours.
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China-funded naval base in Cambodia in India’s extended neighbourhood nears completion
The base, which has been in the making for a few years, has been under scrutiny. UK-based leading think-tank Chatham House in a report published last week referred to satellite images and claimed "dramatic transformation of the Cambodian naval base, near Sihanoukville on the Gulf of Thailand".
Arrest of Chinese tycoon in Thailand exposes dubious business model in India’s Eastern neighbourhood
The notice also alleged that She – who heads a “criminal gang” – set up online gambling websites including Hongshulin, Yigou and Yiyou International and lured in 330,000 gamblers.
Chinese criminal syndicates under guise of business ventures on the rise in SE Asia
Several Chinese syndicates are along the border between Cambodia and Thailand. The syndicates have taken advantage of COVID-19 which has rendered many youth unemployed, ET has learnt.
Which Asia-Pacific countries are re-opening to foreign visitors after border controls are eased?
Among the first countries to reopen borders was the popular holiday destination of the Maldives, which started allowing in foreign tourists in July last year. The number of tourists visiting the Indian Ocean atoll nation recovered to 500,000 last year following the re-opening, and authorities expect 1.5 million holidaymakers this year just shy of the figure in 2019.
Indo-Pacific outreach: India reaches out to Cambodia with flood relief
INS Kiltan arrived at Sihanoukville Port on December 29 under Indian Navy’s Mission SAGAR-III, which is being undertaken in accordance with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for Security and Growth for All in the Region(SAGAR), according to an official statement.
Majority of China's BRI projects abroad adversely affected by COVID-19 pandemic: Official
The BRI is seen as an attempt by China to further its influence abroad with infrastructure projects funded by Chinese investments all over the world. The initiative also led to allegations of smaller countries reeling under mounting Chinese debt after Sri Lanka gave its Hambantota port in a debt swap to China in 2017 on a 99-year lease.
Covid-19 pandemic puts brakes on Chinese projects
The lack of travel facilities for Chinese labour is a key factor in this process, with thousands of Chinese workers unable to return to work on BRI projects across Asia and Europe, persons familiar with the BRI projects told ET. Over 130 countries have placed restrictions on the entry of Chinese citizens travelling from China, claimed one of the above quoted persons
Coronavirus slows China's Belt and Road push
China's top regulator of state-run cos said that virus has caused "difficulties" on some overseas projects.
U.S. fears Cambodia resort may become Chinese naval base
China is now the single largest financier for infrastructure in Africa, funding one-in-five projects and constructing every third one, according to a Deloitte report.
Indian warships in Cambodia, Thailand on South China Sea deployment
Indian warships entered Cambodia and Thailand as part of a two-month-long operational deployment in South China Sea in pursuant of India's 'Act East' Policy.
Indian warships in Jakarta to boost defence ties
The Indian Navy has deployed its eastern fleet to South East Asia and Southern Indian Ocean in pursuit of India's 'Look East' and 'Act East' policy.
Five foreign vacations you can take under Rs 1 lakh each
With a series of smart decisions regarding booking of flights and hotels, you will be able to fit your foreign trip into the Rs 1 lakh budget at these destinations.
Some famous instances where translating software caused trouble
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China denies reports to set up 18 naval bases in Indian Ocean
Chinese military today termed "utterly groundless" reports that it is setting up 18 naval bases in Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Myanmar and several other places in the western and southern Indian Ocean.
Trip planning guide to Cambodia
Ancient temples, white sand beaches, grief tourism... Cambodia has all this to offer, and more.
INS Sudershini building bridges across ASEAN
Foreigners visited INS Sudarshini that has been visiting major ports in ASEAN countries in an effort to 'Build Bridges across the Oceans'.
Cambodia’s private island retreat, Song Saa, proves country has more to offer than temples
Nestled in the sapphire waters of the Gulf of Thailand, about a 40-minute speedboat ride from Sihanoukville port, this new resort marries luxury with sustainability.
INS Sudarshini on six month-long voyage to Asean countries
Defence Minister AK Antony on Saturday will flag-off a six month-long voyage by training ship INS Sudarshini to member countries.
Travelling solo? Here is the list of destinations for you
An almost spiritual experience, solo travel comes with minimum hassles, allows you to absorb local culture, helps form unfiltered view points.
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