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This is a Content Analysis study.

What question did this study set out to answer?

The study aims to explain the contrasting nature of Cambodia-U.S. relations in the context of China's influence.

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This analysis reveals tensions in Cambodia-U.S. relations post-Cold War, indicating China's role in supporting democracy and human rights.

The study aims to explain the contrasting nature of Cambodia-U.S. relations in the context of China's influence.
Qualitative content analysis
Interviews with 13 elite informants including government officials and diplomats
Application of structural realism and liberal institutionalism approaches
China's support has weakened U.S. normative pressure on Cambodia regarding democracy and human rights.
Cambodia employs a dual-track strategy in dealing with the U.S. while cooperating in low-politics areas.
The existence of managed contradiction allows political hostility to coexist with practical cooperation.

So et al. (2026) studied this question.

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This analysis reveals tensions in Cambodia-U.S. relations post-Cold War, indicating China's role in supporting democracy and human rights.