Responses Regarding the Activities of the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) in the Cambodia-Thailand Border Area June 8, 2026
Responses Regarding the Activities of the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) in the Cambodia-Thailand Border Area June 8, 2026
Cambodia PR Team Responses Regarding the Activities of the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) in the Cambodia-Thailand Border Area
June 8, 2026
Q1: What areas has Cambodia recently facilitated for the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) to visit?
A: On 6 June 2026, Cambodia facilitated the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) in conducting observation missions to the C1 area, the O’Phlouk Damrei area, and the Chey Chomneas Border Checkpoint in Thmar Da Commune, Veal Veng District, Pursat Province—sites that were attacked and remain illegally occupied by Thai military forces—in order to monitor compliance with and implementation of all measures under the joint statement following the ceasefire. The AOT also inspected the Steung Me Teuk Bridge, a civilian infrastructure site that was bombed by Thai military fighter jets.
This observation mission demonstrates Cambodia’s openness, transparency, and commitment to allowing international observers to verify facts on the ground.
Q2: What role does the observation mission of the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) play in supporting peace and stability along the border?
A: The ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) has the role of observing, verifying, and reporting on the implementation of measures stipulated in the Joint Statement of December 27, 2025, and other related agreements. The involvement of the AOT helps build confidence between the parties concerned, reduce misunderstandings, and promote respect for existing agreements. Furthermore, the observation mission contributes to creating a favorable environment for the peaceful resolution of border issues and for returning to stability and normalcy in the border areas.
Q3: Is the opposition’s claim that bringing the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) and foreign military attachés to inspect the border has yielded no results true?
A: No, it’s not. The inspection missions by the AOT and foreign military attachés are not intended to immediately change the situation on the ground, but rather to observe, verify, document, and report in order to present the actual facts to the international community.
The presence of international observers has helped increase transparency, reduce misinformation, and enhance the understanding of all parties concerned about the actual situation in the border area. At the same time, it also helps strengthen the diplomatic foundations and support the resolution of issues through peaceful mechanisms in the future.
