Regarding Cambodia’s Stance on Thailand’s Persistent Violations of Cambodia’s Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity August 22, 2026
Regarding Cambodia’s Stance on Thailand’s Persistent Violations of Cambodia’s Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity August 22, 2026
Cambodia PR Team Responses
Regarding Cambodia’s Stance on Thailand’s Persistent Violations of Cambodia’s Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity
August 22, 2026
Q1: What is Cambodia’s stance on Thailand’s recent construction of roads and military bunkers in Sangkat O Smach, Krong Samraong, Oddar Meanchey Province?
A: Cambodia regards the construction of roads and military bunkers by Thai forces in Sangkat O Smach, Krong Samraong, Oddar Meanchey Province, as a violation of Cambodia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Royal Government of Cambodia has lodged an official protest and demanded that Thailand cease these activities in order to reduce tensions and promote the peaceful resolution of border issues.
Q2: Could these actions by Thailand affect the mechanisms for resolving border issues between Cambodia and Thailand?
A: Such unilateral actions are inconsistent with the agreement reached by both parties to entrust the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) with the tasks of survey and demarcation, and could complicate the resolution of border issues. However, these actions do not affect Cambodia’s sovereign rights to claim its territory in accordance with international law. Cambodia remains committed to resolving border issues through existing mechanisms, bilateral agreements, and international law, and firmly defends the internationally recognized border between the two countries.
Q3: What measures should the Thai side take to prevent the escalation of tensions along the border?
A: Cambodia urges the Thai side to cease unilateral actions that could provoke tensions and to respect the commitments and existing agreements between the two countries. At the same time, Thailand should continue to utilize existing mechanisms to strengthen confidence and seek a peaceful resolution to border issues in accordance with international law.
