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[来源: CIR] [分类提示: NEWS] 标题: Leader Talks: Matt Western MP on Deepening UK-Cambodia Trade, British Education and Supporting Cambodia’s Next Economic Chapter By Harrison White The United Kingdom sees Cambodia as one of Southeast Asia’s most promising growth markets and is seeking to deepen cooperation across trade, investment, education, energy and financial services as the Kingdom prepares for its next phase of economic development. Speaking exclusively to Cambodia Investment Review during a reception hosted at the British Ambassador’s Residence in Phnom Penh, UK Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam, Matt Western MP outlined his vision for strengthening economic ties between the UK and Cambodia during his second official visit to the Kingdom. Western, who succeeded former UK Trade Envoy Heather Wheeler, described Cambodia and the wider Southeast Asian region as one of the most exciting areas for British engagement and said he had specifically sought the role because of the region’s long-term economic potential. Read More: UK Trade Envoy Heather Wheeler MP to Cambodia Signals Strong Faith in New Government and Focus on Boosting Bilateral Trade & Investment “This is one of the most exciting regions in the world,” Western told CIR. Matt Western MP met with H.E. Senior Minister Dr Sok Siphana, H.E. Sim Sokheng, and H.E. Nut Unvoanra to deepen trade and investment cooperation.“There is enormous economic potential here, strong growth prospects and a real desire to engage int