Manet of Hun declares commitment to International Court of Justice route for boundary conflict, reminisces on Preah Vihear triumph.
Fresh Take:
Khmer Prime Minister's Push for International Justice on Border Disputes
Prime Minister Hun Manet of Cambodia, in a recent Facebook post, reaffirmed the nation's unwavering commitment to international laws and peace, while reflecting on the historical victory they scored over the Preah Vihear Temple dispute 63 years ago.
On Sunday mornings, at the break of dawn, the PM announcedvia social mediathat Cambodia had officially submitted a letter to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), seeking resolutions to border issues surrounding the Emerald Triangle (Mom Bei), Ta Moan Thom, Ta Moan Tauch, and Ta Krabei temples.
June 15 has historic significance in Cambodia, as it marks the symbolic anniversary of their victory in the Preah Vihear case, a triumph that the ICJ had ruled in their favor back in 1962.
In his post, written in Khmer, the PM underscored that despite the six-decade gap between the two events, they share the same spirited objective. He strongly advocated for peace and justice, stating that Cambodia seeks a fair settlement based on international laws through the ICJ mechanism. This approach helps in tackling intricate and high-risk border issues that otherwise could potentially ignite armed conflict.
Hun Manet pointed out that bilateral negotiations have fallen short in resolving these outstanding disputes. To emphasize the urgency, he proclaimed, "Cambodia seeks justice—only clear justice can determine borders with our neighbors, so that our children and future generations are not burdened by these problems endlessly."
He urged all Cambodians to have faith in the government's endeavors, assuring that the task is carried out with utmost responsibility and altruism, aiming to safeguard the nation's sovereignty and the best interests of Cambodia and its people.
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Meanwhile, on the Thai Front:
- Thai and Cambodian cyber war fare wages as cache of DDoS attacks hit Thai websites.
- A gang of foreign scammers targeting Australians is busted, with 13 apprehended in Thailand.
- Import reliance and rising costs plague Thailand's pharmaceutical industry, a predicament affecting the sector's competitiveness.
- Thailand's ranking in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking has taken a five-place dive, pushing the country to 40th place.
- Thailand's Formula One season, budgeted at THB 41 billion, is set to return from 2028 to 2033.
- The push for international justice in border disputes by Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet could have significant implications for the region's economy and general news, influencing the policymaking and legislations related to foreign relations.
- In the context of international affairs, the health of Cambodia's relationship with its neighbors, particularly Thailand, will be closely monitored in light of the evolving border disputes, impacting the overall well-being of the international economy.
- The upcoming Formula One season in Thailand, budgeted at THB 41 billion, could potentially attract foreign investors to the country, possibly strengthening the bond between the nation's interests and global business sectors.
