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Explore the captivating history of Southeast Asia, where the conversion of a Cambodian king to Islam led to a series of events that reshaped the region's political and cultural landscape.

This video delves into the era when Muslim merchants established a trade route from China to East Africa, sparking a wave of Islamic conversions across small kingdoms in Malaysia and Indonesia. Discover the story of Champa, a kingdom in modernday Vietnam, and its struggles against the Khmer Empire and the Đại Việts.

Witness the rise and fall of Champa, the transformation of its society through Islamic influence, and the emergence of a Muslim ruler in Cambodia, Sultan Ibrahim. This narrative uncovers the complexities of religious conversion, political intrigue, and the legacy of Muslim rule in mainland Southeast Asia.

Join us as we unveil the forgotten histories of Cambodia and Champa, highlighting the enduring presence of the Cham people and the spread of Islam in the region.