Amb. Pou Sothirak, Distinguished Senior Advisor to CCRS, and Mr. Him Rotha, Deputy Director of CCRS, co-author an oped entitled “Building up the Lancang-Mekong Community”, published today in China Daily. The article is accessible in this link: https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202605/20/WS6a0da25ea310d6866eb49c47.html
As China takes on a more active mediation role in the Cambodia–Thailand border conflict, this episode explores the diplomatic dynamics, strategic calculations, and regional implications of its involvement. The discussion highlights both official and Track Two efforts, as well as the broader geopolitical context shaping relations between the two countries. Speaker: Amb. Pou Sothirak, Distinguished …
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As the Philippines assumes the ASEAN Chairmanship, the region faces increasing political, security, and strategic challenges. This episode examines how Manila is navigating leadership amid domestic constraints, regional crises, and a complex international environment. Speaker: Mr. Lucio Blanco Pitlo III President, Philippine Association for Chinese Studies Research Fellow, Asia Pathway to Progress Foundation Host: Mr. …
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In this episode of CCRS Regional Briefing, we are honored to host H.E. Amb. Ueno Atsushi, Ambassador of Japan, for an in-depth discussion on Cambodia–Japan relations under the framework of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Amb. Ueno explores a wide range of critical issues, including: • The transformation of Cambodia–Japan relations from a donor–recipient model to …
Southeast Asia is at a critical juncture as regional dynamics increasingly intersect with the influence of extra-regional actors. In this episode, three Cambodian scholars examine key geopolitical developments shaping the region and assess their implications for Southeast Asian states, particularly Cambodia. Speakers Dr. Po Sovinda – Professor, Strategic Studies Mr. Aung Chhengpor – Program Manager, …
In this episode, Mr. Koga Asuka, Third Secretary of the Embassy of Japan shared his views on his works, discussed his takes on Cambodia, and alluded the prospects of Cambodia-Japan relations. Hosted by Him Rotha, Deputy Director, CCRS Production Crew: Him Raksmey, Chhuon Vanndasambath, Him Vatana, Sreng Hengsal, Sreng Hengsey, Try Chhaytith
Speaker: H.E. Amb. Pou Sothirak, Distinguished Senior Advisor, CCRS Key discussion of the episode: (1) megatrends affecting Cambodia; (2) Cambodia in the context of Cambodia-Thailand border conflict; and (3) Cambodia’s foreign policy outlook beyond the Thai conflict. Host: Him Rotha, Deputy Director, CCRS Production Crew: Him Raksmey, Chhuon Vanndasambath, Him Vatana, Sreng Hengsal, Sreng Hengsey, …
On 15 May 2026, the Cambodian Center for Regional Studies (CCRS), in partnership with AmCam Exchange, co-organized a public lecture on “The Cambodia–Thailand Overlapping Claims Area (OCA): Navigating the Implications of the 2001 MOU Cancellation.” The lecture featured Amb. Pou Sothirak, Distinguished Senior Advisor to CCRS and former Minister of Industry, Mines and Energy, and was moderated …
On 15 May 2026, at AmCam Exchange, the Cambodian Center for Regional Studies (CCRS) organized a public lecture on Cambodia-Thailand Maritime Overlapping Claims Area (OCA): Issues and Consequences by Distinguished Speaker, Amb. Pou Sothirak, Distinguished Senior Advisor to CCRS. Amb. Pou’s talk covered: (1)Undesirable diplomatic consequences; (2) Serious legal implication; (3) Lost of economic opportunities …
Date: Friday, 15 May 2025, 9-11amVenue: AmCam Exchange, Ground Floor of Exchange Square, Phnom Penh Concept NoteCambodia and Thailand have been entangled with border conflict and series of diplomatic troubles in the past year. While the land areas were dominantly the battleground in the past two clashes, the maritime domain, especially the disputed overlapping claims …
