May. 22, 2023 (Xinhua)— A Chinese-invested tire factory in Cambodia's Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone (SSEZ) officially launched its operation on May 22. Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen and Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia Wang Wentian cut the ribbon to officially inaugurate the factory, attending a celebration to mark the 10th anniversary of China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) at the SSEZ. Hun Sen said the factory has brought about new capital, modern technologies, and tire manufacturing expertise to Cambodia and will increase the value-added to the national economy and directly increase their farmers' income.