Tag: Cambodia

Thailand Considers Protest Over Potential New Landmines

19 July 2025 15:32

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BANGKOK, July 18 (TNA) – Thailand’s Joint Center for Thai-Cambodian Border Situation Administration announced today that Thailand will formally protest should new landmine placements by Cambodia be found. This follows a July 16 incident where three Thai paramilitary rangers were injured by a landmine, escalating border tensions. RAdm. Surasan Khongsiri, Deputy Spokesperson for the Royal […]

PM, Deputy Defense Minister Visit Troops Injured by Landmines in Ubon

19 July 2025 10:37

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UBON RATCHATHANI, July 18 (TNA) – Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Deputy Defense Minister Gen. Natthapol Nakpanich visited Ubon Ratchathani today to support three paramilitary rangers injured by landmines near the Thai – Cambodian border. Gen. Natthapol confirmed that the Royal Thai Army would provide financial aid to the injured soldiers. The soldier who lost […]

Thailand Restricts Cambodia Border, Not Full Closure

19 June 2025 12:11

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BANGKOK, June 25 (TNA) – Thailand’s Special Task Force for Thai-Cambodian Border Management (STF-TCBM) clarified on Wednesday that new measures along the border tighten controls at all crossings, rather than implementing a full closure. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Nikorndej Balankura stated that permanent and temporary checkpoints are now subject to more stringent controls as part of […]

Thailand Protests Cambodia Over Leaked Audio Clip

19 June 2025 14:33

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BANGKOK, June 19 (TNA) – Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has lodged a formal protest with Cambodia following the release of a private audio conversation between the Thai Prime Minister and Cambodia’s Senate President Hun Sen. The MFA asserts this act violates diplomatic etiquette, international principles, and trust between the two nations. MFA Spokesperson […]

Cambodia Bans Thai Produce Amid Escalating Border Dispute and Power Woes

19 June 2025 11:11

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SURIN, June 18 (TNA) – Cambodia has banned the import of Thai fruits and vegetables, escalating a border dispute after Thailand maintained revised operating hours at a key crossing. The ban, effective yesterday, follows a 24-hour ultimatum issued by Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen. Hun Sen is also reportedly considering a complete ban on all […]

Cambodia to End Reliance on Thai Electricity and Internet Amidst Border Tensions

19 June 2025 13:57

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BANGKOK, June 13 (TNA) – Ahead of a Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) meeting scheduled for June 14, aimed at de-escalating border issues, Cambodia has officially announced its intention to become independent of Thai electricity and internet supplies. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet declared late on June 12 via social media, that Cambodia would cease purchasing […]

Location of the incident between Cambodian and Thai troops according to Khmer Times

Thailand Rejects ICJ Jurisdiction

19 June 2025 07:51

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BANGKOK, June 6 (TNA) – The Thai government on Thursday issued its second statement confirming that Thailand does not accept the International Court of Justice’s jurisdiction, a position it has maintained since 1960. The statement emphasized that the Thailand-Cambodia border dispute should be handled under the JBC framework. Jirayu Huangsap, Spokesperson for the Office of […]

Thailand Affirms Border Talks Despite Cambodian ICJ Referral

19 June 2025 17:17

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BANGKOK, June 5 (TNA) – Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, Phumtham Wechayachai, today confirmed that the Joint Boundary Committee (JBC) meeting with Cambodia will proceed as scheduled on June 14. This affirmation comes despite Cambodia’s recent statement announcing its intent to refer the dispute over four overlapping areas – part of the […]

Thailand Prioritizes Sovereignty, Peaceful Resolution in Cambodia Border Talks

19 June 2025 11:38

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BANGKOK, June 4 (TNA) -The Royal Thai Government today released a statement reaffirming its commitment to national sovereignty following a border clash with Cambodian troops in Ubon Ratchathani on May 28, 2025. Thailand asserts its forces acted in self-defense during routine patrols. Both nations have engaged in high-level talks, agreeing to de-escalate and utilize existing […]

Thai, Cambodian Press Urge Media Caution on Border Reports

19 May 2025 09:22

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PHANOM PENH, May 29 (TNA) – The Club of Cambodian Journalists (CCJ) and the Thai Journalists Association (TJA) have urged media, especially on social media, to verify sources before publishing information about the Thai-Cambodian border. They stressed that careful reporting is crucial to avoid harming bilateral relations. Both associations noted a rise in unverified border-related […]

Thailand, Cambodia Meet on Border Issues

19 May 2025 11:45

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BANGKOK, May 2 (TNA) – Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to intensify cooperation in cracking down on transnational call center operations, according to Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Phumtham Wechayachai. Following the 17th General Border Committee (GBC) meeting between the two nations held in Thailand, Phumtham and Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence […]

Thai PM Visits Cambodia to Mark 75 Years of Diplomatic Ties

19 April 2025 11:33

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PHNOM PENH, April 23 (TNA) – Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, accompanied by her spouse, began an official visit to Cambodia on Wednesday to celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two neighboring nations. Invited by Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, Paetongtarn and her delegation, which includes several key ministers, will be in […]