UK Indo-Pacific minister in Kingdom to boost ties, strengthen cooperation

UK Minister for the Indo-Pacific Catherine West visited the Techo International Airport in Kandal province today, April 22, as part of her efforts to advance shared interests and boost cooperation with Cambodia.

West is in Cambodia this week to strengthen ties between the two nations and promote economic growth, climate resilience and security cooperation.

According to the British embassy in Cambodia, the UK and Cambodia are collaborating to advance climate initiatives and promote sustainable development.

This includes at the new airport, which was designed by British firm Foster + Partners. The embassy described British architecture as gaining international recognition for its innovative approach to green airport design.

“My visit to Techo International Airport today is testament to the modern UK-Cambodia partnership. Innovative and green infrastructure fit for Cambodia’s future, designed by British business – an achievement that would have been unimaginable thirty years ago,” said West.

“Our relationship goes far beyond just this one building – but we bring the same partnership approach to everything we do, whether increasing trade to create jobs, protect our climate and nature, or increase access to education,” she added.

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