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Kritenbrink will
travel to Singapore; Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Bangkok, Thailand; Hanoi, Vietnam; and
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei, February 23-March 4 to underscore the United States’
strong and enduring commitment to its allies and partners in Southeast Asia.
In Phnom Penh, Assistant Secretary Kritenbrink will meet with Cambodian officials
to advance our shared vision of a free, prosperous, secure, and resilient Indo-
Pacific. The Assistant Secretary will also underscore U.S. commitment to the
Cambodian people and their aspirations for a democratic and independent country
where all voices are heard and respected, and Cambodia’s sovereignty is protected.
In Hanoi, Assistant Secretary Kritenbrink will meet with Vietnamese officials and
participate in the Asia-Pacific Dialogue. Building on the recent upgrade of U.S.-
Vietnam ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the Assistant Secretary will
seek to further deepen U.S.-Vietnam relations and advance our shared vision of a
prosperous, open, resilient, and peaceful Indo-Pacific Region.
In Bandar Seri Begawan, Assistant Secretary Kritenbrink will commemorate the 40th
anniversary of U.S.-Brunei relations. He will also meet with senior Bruneian
officials to discuss key issues in the bilateral relationship, including economic
and security initiatives, efforts to tackle climate change, and regional
cooperation.