IN Sokhuon is a Cambodian scholar who focuses on Indian and Chinese soft power strategies in Southeast Asia, with particular emphasis on diplomacy, cultural relations, aid development, educational exchanges and infrastructure engagement. He, currently a Research Fellow at the Institute for Contemporary Chinese Studies and a PhD candidate in International Relations and Politics at Mahatma Gandhi University, India.
As the world grapples with armed conflicts, political polarization, forced displacement, climate insecurity and the relentless spread of misinformation, peace has become far more than a diplomatic aspiration. It is a prerequisite for human security, social cohesion and sustainable development. Governments, diplomats and international organizations will always play central rolesContinue Reading
It was twenty-five years ago when an actress, playing the role of Lara Croft, swung across the temples of Angkor Wat, and Cambodia would not leave her alone. Not long afterward, Angelina Jolie came back to Cambodia as a humanitarian, where, in 2002, she adopted a baby boy from anContinue Reading
As the world continues to grapple with armed conflicts, political polarization, forced displacement, climate insecurity, and the rapid spread of misinformation, peace has become one of the defining challenges of our time. From international conflicts to local violence, the repercussions of discord persist, jeopardizing both human security and sustainable development.Continue Reading
Cambodia is currently situated in a unique spot in the francophone world. Never before has the Kingdom of Cambodia served as President of the Ministerial Conference of La Francophonie (CMF), nor has it ever hosted the 20th Summit of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF). This honor, coming toContinue Reading
The general elections in Bangladesh, which took place on 12 February 2026, represent a new political milestone in the country’s history after the youth uprising in 2024. The elections, which have been characterized in global media outlets as the first competitive elections in the country since the fall of theContinue Reading