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The announcement came after several recent meetings between senior defence and other officials from both nations, aimed at improving relations."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"The United States has voiced concerns regarding Cambodia's close economic and political connections with China, as well as China's military presence at a Cambodian naval base. Washington has also been critical of Cambodia's human rights record. Cambodian officials have consistently denied suspicions that China has been granted special privileges at the naval base."},{"type":"heading","text":"Coverage comparison"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"The Hindustan Times and Associated Press News, which published full reports, stated the exercises aim to strengthen interoperability and disaster-response capabilities, reflecting renewed momentum in military cooperation. Both outlets noted that Cambodia halted such exercises with the U.S. in 2017. 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