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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Phnom Penh, December 10 (Xinhua) — Cambodia on Wednesday decided to withdraw all its athletes, coaches, and sports officials from the 33rd Southeast Asian Games being held in Thailand, according to Wat Chamroen, Secretary General of the Cambodian National Olympic Committee.
In a letter to the CEO of the Southeast Asian Games Federation, Wat Chamroen announced the early withdrawal of the Cambodian team due to the tense situation on the border between Cambodia and Thailand.
As Wat Chamroen noted, Cambodia has decided to repatriate its athletes, who have already arrived in Thailand to participate in the Games, as soon as possible, “due to serious concerns and requests from our athletes’ families for their families to return home immediately.”
"This decision was not taken lightly. We greatly appreciate the hospitality, warmth, and sportsmanship shown by the Organizing Committee for Sports and the National Olympic Committee of Thailand to our athletes throughout their stay," said Wat Chamroen. "We apologize for any inconvenience this early departure may cause, and we thank you for your understanding and support."
Cambodia has sent more than 100 athletes, coaches, and sports officials to the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand, which are being held from December 9 to 20. –0–
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