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China has praised Cambodia for its efforts in __________ tourism and announced a comprehensive plan to increase Chinese __________ to the country. Cambodia is prepared to welcome a large number of international tourists, especially after the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. At the 2024 International Friendship Cities Conference in Siem Reap, officials from both countries discussed enhancing tourism cooperation to __________ economic growth and cultural exchange.
Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia, Wang Wenbin, highlighted the importance of tourism for strengthening ties between the two nations and mentioned __________ like the China-Cambodia Tourism Cooperation and Exchange Mechanism. Airlines like Spring Airlines and China Southern Airlines have committed to increasing direct __________ between China and Cambodia. Tourism officials from both countries are working together to improve local tourism partnerships, including in provinces like Yunnan and Henan.
Cambodia has seen a significant rise in Chinese tourists, with 607,000 visitors from China in 2024 alone. Minister of Tourism Huot Hak emphasized that Cambodia is ready to support the post-pandemic __________ of its tourism sector, and the government is working on policies to encourage further growth. Siem Reap, in particular, has strengthened __________ with China, leading to tourism and economic developments, such as the new Siem Reap Angkor International Airport.
FILL IN:
ties – flights – support – recovery – initiatives – boosting – visitors
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Some definitions – vocabulary:
– **Praise**: To say good things about someone or something, to show approval.
– **Comprehensive**: Including everything, covering all parts of something.
– **Enhance**: To make something better or improve it.
– **Improve**: To make something better, to fix or make progress.
– **Emphasize**: To give special attention or importance to something.
– **Encourage**: To give someone confidence or support, to make them feel motivated.
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Here are 10 statements based on the text, with some being incorrect:
1. China praised Cambodia’s efforts in boosting its manufacturing sector.
2. Cambodia is ready to welcome a large number of tourists after the COVID-19 pandemic.
3. The 2024 International Friendship Cities Conference was held in Phnom Penh.
4. The China-Cambodia Tourism Cooperation and Exchange Mechanism was launched in September.
5. The main focus of the conference was economic development through agriculture.
6. Siem Reap has developed sister-city relationships with 30 Chinese provinces and cities.
7. Chinese airlines are reducing direct flights to Cambodia due to low demand.
8. Cambodia has welcomed 607,000 Chinese tourists in 2024, marking significant growth.
9. Siem Reap received over 5 million tourists before the COVID-19 pandemic, with fewer than 500,000 coming from China.
10. The “Visit Siem Reap 2024” campaign is focused on promoting Cambodia’s natural beauty.
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Here are 12 multiple-choice questions based on the text, with multiple answers being correct for some of them:
1. **What is the main purpose of the 2024 International Friendship Cities Conference?**
a) To discuss economic cooperation between Cambodia and China
b) To strengthen tourism ties between Cambodia and China
c) To highlight cultural exchanges between Cambodia and China
d) To address tourism challenges in Cambodia
2. **Which measures are being taken to increase Chinese tourism to Cambodia?**
a) Opening new direct flight routes
b) Enhancing visa convenience for Chinese tourists
c) Improving local tourism partnerships
d) Reducing the number of tourists allowed
3. **How many Chinese tourists visited Cambodia in the first nine months of 2024?**
a) 670,000
b) 607,000
c) 540,000
d) 5.45 million
4. **Which provinces in Cambodia are directly collaborating with China to promote tourism?**
a) Yunnan
b) Siem Reap
c) Henan
d) Phnom Penh
5. **What is the significance of Siem Reap’s sister-city relationships with China?**
a) It has helped develop local tourism infrastructure
b) It has contributed to the construction of Siem Reap Angkor International Airport
c) It has led to partnerships in healthcare and agriculture
d) It has helped reduce the number of tourists to Siem Reap
6. **What are some initiatives to attract Chinese tourists to Cambodia?**
a) “Visit Siem Reap 2024” campaign
b) Direct flights between Siem Reap and Beijing
c) Hosting events such as Shaolin kung fu-Bokator performances at Angkor
d) Increasing visa fees for Chinese tourists
7. **What is the current trend of Chinese tourist arrivals in Cambodia?**
a) A 22.2% increase in total international tourists
b) A 50% year-on-year increase in Chinese visitors
c) A decrease in the number of Chinese tourists
d) 4.8 million total international tourists in 2024
8. **Which airlines are involved in the China-Cambodia Tourism Cooperation and Exchange Mechanism?**
a) China Southern Airlines
b) AirAsia
c) Spring Airlines
d) Thai Airways
9. **What are some aspects of the Cambodia-China People-to-People Exchange?**
a) Tourism cooperation
b) Increased trade tariffs
c) Strengthening educational ties
d) Cultural exchanges
10. **How many visitors did Siem Reap receive in the first 10 months of 2024?**
a) 5 million
b) 2,495,353
c) 1.1 million
d) 59,498
11. **What initiatives are Cambodia undertaking to further promote tourism?**
a) Strengthening law enforcement against gambling and fraud
b) Enhancing the safety and security of tourists
c) Hosting the Cambodia-China Tourism Fair in December
d) Reducing the number of Chinese tourists
12. **What are some of the key focuses of the Tourism Forum held during the Friendship Cities Conference?**
a) Developing agricultural partnerships
b) Discussing tourism cooperation and potential collaborations
c) Highlighting trade and health initiatives
d) Promoting direct flights and local tourism partnerships
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Here are 10 sentences in simple English with one missing word – complete:
1. Cambodia is ready to welcome __________ tourists from China.
2. The conference focused on __________ between Cambodia and China.
3. Chinese Ambassador Wang Wenbin said tourism is a __________ force for economic growth.
4. The new tourism mechanism will increase __________ between Cambodia and China.
5. __________ Airlines is planning to open new flight routes to Cambodia.
6. The Cambodian government has worked with __________ partners to promote tourism.
7. In the first nine months of 2024, Cambodia received __________ million international tourists.
8. Siem Reap has established sister-city relationships with __________ provinces in China.
9. The “Visit Siem Reap 2024” campaign aims to attract more Chinese __________ .
10. Cambodia hopes to increase __________ between Chinese and Cambodian businesses.
1. **Spring**
2. **Chinese**
3. **4.8**
4. **foreign**
5. **exchange**
6. **driving**
7. **partnerships**
8. **cooperation**
9. **30**
10. **Chinese**
11. **driving**
12. **tourists**
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The story – an interview:
**Interviewer:** How has your tourism industry been doing recently?
**Interviewee:** Cambodia’s tourism is growing again. After the pandemic, more visitors are coming, including many from China. In 2024, nearly 5 million visitors have come to Cambodia, and 600,000 of them are from China.
**Interviewer:** What steps are being taken to encourage more Chinese tourists to visit Cambodia?
**Interviewee:** Cambodia and China are working together to make it easier for Chinese tourists to visit. A special group has been created to improve tourism between the two countries. There are also plans to add more direct flights between China and Cambodia.
**Interviewer:** What are some examples of new flights between China and Cambodia?
**Interviewee:** Airlines like Spring Airlines are starting new flights from cities like Xi’an and Harbin in China to Cambodia. This will make travel easier for Chinese tourists.
**Interviewer:** How many tourists from China have visited Cambodia this year?
**Interviewee:** From January to September 2024, Cambodia welcomed 607,000 Chinese tourists. This is a significant increase compared to last year.
**Interviewer:** What is the Cambodian government doing to make it easier for Chinese tourists to visit?
**Interviewee:** The government is working on making visas easier to obtain and simplifying travel. There are also campaigns in China, like the „Visit Siem Reap 2024“ campaign, to promote tourism in Cambodia.
**Interviewer:** How are Siem Reap and China working together?
**Interviewee:** Siem Reap has built strong ties with 30 cities in China. This partnership has helped with tourism, investments, and projects like the Siem Reap Angkor International Airport.
**Interviewer:** What events are happening in Siem Reap to attract Chinese visitors?
**Interviewee:** Siem Reap is hosting the „Special Year of Cambodia-China People-to-People Exchange“ campaign. It includes performances, food fairs, and the Cambodia-China Tourism Fair in December.
**Interviewer:** What’s the goal of the Cambodia-China Tourism Cooperation?
**Interviewee:** The goal is to bring more Chinese tourists to Cambodia. By working together, both countries can improve their economies and cultures.
**Interviewer:** How important is tourism for Cambodia’s economy?
**Interviewee:** Tourism is a key part of Cambodia’s economy. It attracts visitors, creates jobs, and helps local businesses grow.
**Interviewer:** What is the future outlook for tourism cooperation between Cambodia and China?
**Interviewee:** There are high expectations for tourism cooperation between the two countries. With more flights, simpler travel, and strong partnerships, Cambodia is ready to welcome more Chinese tourists and continue growing its tourism sector.
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