"Military Government Fires Back at France: Accusations of Neo-Colonial Ambitions Spark Tensions in Southeast Asia. In a surprise move, the military government that has been in power since a 2022 coup has launched a scathing attack on France, accusing the European nation of harboring 'neo-colonial ambitions' in the region. The allegations come as a significant escalation in a long-standing diplomatic dispute between the two countries. France has maintained a significant presence in Southeast Asia, with a long history of colonial rule in several countries, fueling concerns about its intentions in the region. The military government's statement has sparked widespread debate and raised questions about the future of France's involvement in the region."
The military government, in power since 2022 coup, accused France of having 'neo-colonial ambitions'.
