Xi says China firmly supports Cambodia upholding strategic independence

Chinese President Xi Jinping said Thursday that China firmly supports Cambodia upholding strategic independence, and takes Cambodia as a priority in neighborhood diplomacy.

In a written statement upon his arrival, Xi also noted that he looks forward to cementing friendship and promoting cooperation with Cambodia, so as to bring more benefits to the people of China and Cambodia and contribute more positive energy to peace and stability in the region and beyond.

Xi arrived for a state visit to Cambodia, the third leg of his three-nation Southeast Asia tour, which has already taken him to Vietnam and Malaysia.