Synergistic Development of Chinese Language Education and Tourism in Cambodia

With the continuous deepening of the Belt and Road Initiative, the ties between China and Cambodia are increasingly strengthened. In 2024, the China-Cambodia Year of People-to-People Exchange provides a rare opportunity for cultural exchanges and tourism development between the two countries. This study focuses on the coordinated development of Chinese education and tourism in Cambodia, and explores how to promote tourism growth and cultural exchange through language education under the Belt and Road Initiative. The article analyzes the current situation of Cambodia's tourism industry, points out that its rich cultural heritage and natural landscapes are strongly attractive to Chinese tourists, and emphasizes the key role of Chinese education in improving the quality of tourism services and promoting cultural exchanges between China and Cambodia. If Cambodia wants to meet the growing demand of Chinese tourists, it must pay attention to Chinese education and cultivate tourism professionals who are proficient in Chinese. This paper also proposes specific development strategies to support the continuous growth of Cambodia's tourism industry and the deepening of China-Cambodia cultural exchanges. By developing the "Chinese + Tourism" model, Cambodia can not only enhance its international tourism competitiveness, but also strengthen the friendship and cooperation between China and Cambodia.