Cambodia Accuses Thailand of Border Violations, Demands Withdrawal

Cambodia appears prepared for further escalation, with its government issuing strong statements against Thailand regarding border territories.

Cambodia has officially protested, accusing Thailand of violating its territory across four provinces and demanding an immediate troop withdrawal.

Cambodian Minister Jean-François Tang reported that Prime Minister Hun Manet discussed the border dispute with French President Emmanuel Macron during a visit to France.

Hun Manet informed Macron that the Thai army occupied Cambodian territory, destroyed homes, and built infrastructure, preventing Cambodian citizens from returning.

Cambodia stated it would not accept any unlawful border modifications, emphasizing that the occupied territories remain legally Cambodian.

Hun Manet clarified Cambodia's commitment to resolving the issue peacefully under international law, without asking Macron to take sides but to uphold international principles.

Cambodia announced its intention to reclaim its territory through all possible means, weighing the effectiveness and benefits of various approaches.

Cambodian Minister Pen Bona previously stated that Thai actions like placing containers and fences violated agreements.

Pen Bona asserted that Thai actions, including placing containers, barbed wire, and raising flags, constituted a violation of agreements following a Thai military attack on January 2, 2569.

Cambodia reiterated its firm stance on respecting and adhering to a joint statement from December 27, 2565, refusing border changes by force.

The joint statement from the GBC meeting on December 27, 2565, resulted in an immediate ceasefire, release of Cambodian soldiers, and return of refugees.

Cambodia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement protesting Thai military actions as continuous violations of sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Despite the ceasefire agreement on December 27, 68, Thai forces allegedly continued offensive operations in border areas, some extending into Cambodian territory.

Between December 7-27, 68, Thai forces allegedly conducted systematic military operations, occupying areas within undisputed Cambodian territory in four provinces.

The occupied areas include villages in Banteay Meanchey, Pursat, Preah Vihear, and Oddar Meanchey provinces.

The Cambodian government issued its strongest protest against the continued presence and military operations of Thai forces in these areas.

These actions are seen as a violation of the GBC joint statement of December 27, 68, which prohibits provocations and the use of force against civilians.

The statement also accused Thai forces of dismantling civilian homes and structures, including cultural sites, particularly in Banteay Meanchey and Pursat provinces.

The occupation and destruction of civilian infrastructure have deprived many displaced Cambodian citizens of their right to return home, violating international humanitarian and human rights laws.

Cambodia cited key international law provisions, including the UN Charter and Geneva Conventions, prohibiting the use of force and destruction of property without legal military justification.

Cambodia reiterated that its borders are defined by maps under the 1904 Convention and 1907 Treaty, with the Joint Border Commission (JBC) as the primary mechanism for demarcation.

The dismantling of civilian structures by Thai forces, especially near border markers, is viewed as an attempt to create a fait accompli, undermining the ongoing demarcation process.

Cambodia urged Thailand to cease all military activities, withdraw forces and equipment, respect the JBC's authority, and sincerely adhere to ceasefire agreements.

The Cambodian government reaffirmed its commitment to resolving border disputes with Thailand peacefully and under international law, emphasizing that borders cannot be changed by force.

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