International heebie-jeebies over the jeeb – phnompenhpost.com, October 7, 2011
…For most dancers, the fight is a frustrating side issue. Khmer and Thai dancers influenced each other centuries ago, and they continue to work together today.
Belle, a Khmer ballerina, said “We don’t need to say which of the two countries owns the jeeb. I have collaborated with Thai dancers before and we think as artists, not as countries. We don’t want to fight, just make art together.”
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Oh come on, history clearly demonstrates the Thais stole it from the Khmers. Why are we still having this debate? Maybe Thais are hoping that their lies will one day become the truth? Why can’t Thais just give credit where credit is due? The Khmers have no problem giving credit to India.