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Demands escalate for a consolidated border policy approach

Thailand's government needs to implement a consistent communication approach and devise a more definitive strategy for handling the border conflict with Cambodia, as suggested at a discussion in Bangkok on Saturday.

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Thailand's administration must establish a coordinated communication approach and a more defined...
Thailand's administration must establish a coordinated communication approach and a more defined border conflict strategy with Cambodia, as suggested by discussions in Bangkok on Saturday.

Demands escalate for a consolidated border policy approach

Thailand-Cambodia Border Dispute: Navigating Diplomatic Tensions

Over the past few years, Thailand's border skirmish with Cambodia has created a tense atmosphere, but the chaos has been kept at bay through diplomatic discussions, primarily conducted via the Joint Border Commission (JBC). Recently, there have been border clashes, with the latest JBC meeting in Phnom Penh back in June 2025, aiming to diffuse the tension. However, the talks concluded without definitive resolutions. Both sides agreed to de-escalate the tensions and continue dialogue. Thailand’s Foreign Ministry described the meetings as amicable with a mutual agreement to carry on discussions and border demarcation efforts.

The hotly debated border areas include Chong Bok, where recent military skirmishes occurred due to Cambodian troops encroaching on a no-man’s land agreement and establishing a military base[2]. Faced with border measures from Thailand, the Cambodian forces later withdrew[2]. In the context of a unified communication strategy and conflict resolution, key insights from the JBC meetings include these points:

  1. The JBC is recognized as the crucial bilateral platform for negotiating and resolving border issues, with both sides acknowledging its importance and effectiveness in reducing border tensions[2][3].
  2. With a commitment to continue joint deliberations, the next JBC meeting is scheduled for September 2025, alternating host countries to maintain dialogue continuity[2][3].
  3. The meetings are conducted in a cordial, constructive environment, emphasizing cooperative discussions and mutual understanding, which fosters trust-building between the two parties[3].
  4. Cambodia’s approach leans towards international legal resolution (ICJ), while Thailand advocates for bilateral negotiations, signaling a need for a communication strategy that respects these contrasting viewpoints while keeping the dialogue open and constructive[1][3].

Although no specific unified communication strategy is articulated in the sources, the importance placed on joint implementation, ongoing discussions, and mutual recognition of the JBC’s role suggests that experts and officials recommend maintaining consistent, transparent, and coordinated communication through this bilateral channel to avoid misunderstandings and minimize incidents on the ground[2][3].

In simple terms, the border dispute remains unresolved, marked by disagreements about the ICJ’s involvement. The JBC serves as the primary forum for discussions and conflict management, with recommendations emphasizing sustained dialogue, joint border demarcation efforts, and maintaining a cordial, bilateral communication approach to maintain peace and pave the way for a peaceful resolution[1][2][3].

  1. The ongoing Thailand-Cambodia border dispute, apparent in the debated areas like Chong Bok, necessitates a unified communication strategy to navigate war-and-conflicts and politics, as the Joint Border Commission (JBC) serves as the primary forum for policy-and-legislation discussions and conflict resolution.
  2. As the JBC meetings continue, focusing on de-escalation, joint border demarcation, and cordial bilateral communication, it is essential to address the conflicting views on the International Court of Justice (ICJ) involvement in the dispute, ensuring the general news about the border conflict remains constructive and peaceful.

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