Unofficial Translation
Press Release
The Spokeswoman of the Ministry of National Defence of the Kingdom of Cambodia,
wishes to inform the public as well as members of national and international
media as follows:
On Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 11:50 AM, the Cambodian Liaison Group (CLG) of the
Kingdom of Cambodia, facilitated a field mission for the ASEAN Observer Team
(AOT), led by the Head of Mission (HOM AOT) under the Philippine Chairmanship.
The objective was to observe, verify, and report on the border situation at
Chey Chomneas Border Checkpoint, Thma Da Commune, Veal Veng District, Pursat
Province. This area was subjected to incursions, the installation of barbed
wire, and the illegal deployment of shipping containers by the Thai
military—actions that continue to prevent numerous Cambodian families from
returning to their homes and also to review the compliance with, and
implementation of all measures outlined in the Joint Declaration after the
ceasefire came into effect.
The ASEAN Observer Team’s observation of the aforementioned sovereign Cambodian
territory currently under illegal Thai occupation underscores the absolute
necessity for the Cambodia-Thailand Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) to commence
land demarcation work as soon as possible. This aligns with the existing
framework stipulated in Point 3 of the Joint Statement of the 3rd Special
Meeting of the Cambodia-Thailand General Border Committee (GBC) dated December
27, 2025, which aims to ensure that our citizens can safely, peacefully, and
with dignity return to their homes without any obstruction.
Cambodia reiterates that it does not recognize any modification of the border
line through the absolute use of force or unilateral territorial claims by
Thailand, and underscores that the aforementioned actions shall not prejudice
the legitimate rights or position of the Kingdom of Cambodia with respect to
its international boundaries.
The Royal Government and the Ministry of National Defence of Cambodia reaffirm
our firm, sincere, and unwavering commitment to fully and faithfully respect
and implement the Joint Statement of the Third Special Meeting of the
Cambodia–Thailand General Border Committee (GBC) on December 27, 2025, the
Joint Declaration on the Peace Agreement between Cambodia and Thailand on
October 26, 2025, and all other relevant agreements. This commitment is
made with the aim of ensuring rapid recovery and restoring normalcy, and
long-lasting peace and stability.
The public, as well as national and international journalists, are hereby
informed of the facts regarding this matter.
Saturday, June 6, 2026
