BBC World Business Report

What is the economic impact of the fighting between Thailand and Cambodia?

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We're looking at what's happening inside Cambodia, amidst that border conflict, with incursions going deeper into the territory from the Thai military. What are the economic consequences for Cambodia? Also we're looking at the sliding global oil price, and what Nigerians do for fun at the year's end.

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26 Dec 2025 6PM English United Kingdom Business

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