How safe do you feel in Cambodia in the modern world?
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Re: How safe do you feel in Cambodia in the modern world?
Vietnam has invaded Cambodia in the past . After the Khmer Rouge kept raiding Vietnamese villages and towns claiming stolen land, Vietnam got tired of it and took Phnom Penh and drove out the Khmer Rouge.
Nutshell history, of course.
Of course Cambodia would initially win in invading Thailand and Vietnam because they would be shocked Cambodia would be crazy enough to do such a thing.
Vietnam has the logistical experience of fielding armies for long periods of time that Cambodia lacks.
My opinions, of course.
Nutshell history, of course.
Of course Cambodia would initially win in invading Thailand and Vietnam because they would be shocked Cambodia would be crazy enough to do such a thing.
Vietnam has the logistical experience of fielding armies for long periods of time that Cambodia lacks.
My opinions, of course.
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Re: How safe do you feel in Cambodia in the modern world?
I am semi-stoked about Cambodia and the future. Son was educated at West Point and wise Dad is covering his six ... what I see from a newbee's on-the-ground observation is this country is poppin' and they are headed in a good direction fo sho.
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Re: How safe do you feel in Cambodia in the modern world?
You are more than 30 years out of date there.
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Re: How safe do you feel in Cambodia in the modern world?
Rainsy sock gotta Rainsy!
Meum est propositum in taberna mori,
ut sint Guinness proxima morientis ori.
tunc cantabunt letius angelorum chori:
"Sit Deus propitius huic potatori."
ut sint Guinness proxima morientis ori.
tunc cantabunt letius angelorum chori:
"Sit Deus propitius huic potatori."
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Re: How safe do you feel in Cambodia in the modern world?
Vietnamese have always been employed at the higher levels of the Cambodian government since the time of the Khmer kings. There is still a friendship day celebrated every year. And a joint mission to return missing Vietnamese troops.Spigzy wrote:Rainsy sock gotta Rainsy!
And of course Khmer value Vietnamese women for their whiter skin and looks.
And yes, I am feeding it. There is always a nugget of truth in the most outrageous statement.
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No they haven't. The French employed quite a few but that's not the same thing. Can you name some Vietnamese in the current government?newkidontheblock wrote: ↑Mon Feb 05, 2024 10:11 am
Vietnamese have always been employed at the higher levels of the Cambodian government since the time of the Khmer kings.
There is no Cambodia-Vietnam friendship day.There is still a friendship day celebrated every year.
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Re: How safe do you feel in Cambodia in the modern world?
I certainly was not out to 'troll'.
Regardless, I do appreciate that some of you gave some interesting info as oppose to just dismissing my comment.
I'm always open to learn & listen to others or to accept being wrong, its a trait a few here need to acquire.
Regardless, I do appreciate that some of you gave some interesting info as oppose to just dismissing my comment.
I'm always open to learn & listen to others or to accept being wrong, its a trait a few here need to acquire.
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Re: How safe do you feel in Cambodia in the modern world?
If Vietnam had this "hold on Cambodia", why would they allow Cambodia to support China in the South China Sea dispute?
http://ph.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/chin ... 160182.htm
http://ph.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/chin ... 160182.htm
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Re: How safe do you feel in Cambodia in the modern world?
I spent a few amazing months in Cambodia last year, and safety was never a major concern for me. Locals are incredibly friendly, and I felt at ease exploring the cities and rural areas. One time, I got a bit lost in Phnom Penh, and a local family not only gave me directions but also invited me to share a meal with them. Just keep your usual travel wits about you, and you'll likely have a fantastic time.
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