Foreign Correspondent Club Back View Phnom Penh -Cambodia

Founded in the early 1990s, this quiet view from the back bar of the FCC holds more than just the echoes of conversation—it has a piece of history. During the Cambodian conflict, this spot was a gathering place for foreign correspondents, war reporters, diplomats, and storytellers who shaped the world’s understanding of what was unfolding here. I met many people in this space—some whose words would go on to inform history, others whose presence simply helped carry the weight of those times. Perched along the Tonle Sap River, not far from where it meets the Mekong, the club had a unique vantage point—geographically and journalistically. The breezes, the ceiling fans, the worn metal chairs… it was all part of the rhythm of daily survival and storytelling. The FCC closed in late 2018 and has since been demolished, but for many of us, it lives on in memory—a symbol of grit, grace, and the power of bearing witness.

This is a vibrant image that deserves its voice. That sunset backdrop and the weathered elegance of the building say so much on their own. Here’s a standalone caption that captures the spirit of the scene and its historical resonance.

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