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USS Cincinnati Marks Historic Visit to Cambodia's Naval Base

1/31/2026

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The USS Cincinnati visited Ream Naval Base in Cambodia, the first American warship there since expansion.
The expansion was funded heavily by China and upgraded to accommodate larger warships.
Chinese naval vessels have been present at Ream since December 2023, but Cambodia says the base is open to all nations.
Japanese and Vietnamese naval visits have occurred, signaling broader international presence at the facility.

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Story summary

The USS Cincinnati visited Ream Naval Base in Cambodia, the first American warship there since expansion.
The expansion was funded heavily by China and upgraded to accommodate larger warships.
Chinese naval vessels have been present at Ream since December 2023, but Cambodia says the base is open to all nations.
Japanese and Vietnamese naval visits have occurred, signaling broader international presence at the facility.