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Discussions have been ongoing since the clash of weapons between Thai and Cambodian soldiers on May...
Discussions have been ongoing since the clash of weapons between Thai and Cambodian soldiers on May 28. For more details, visit our site.

Thailand and Cambodia to convene a joint border gathering on the 14th of June.

Bangkok: Cambodia-Thailand Border Dispute Intensifies 🚨 (Updated June 16, 2025)

Tensions are running high between Thailand and Cambodia over their contested border, with no resolution in sight, despite a planned Joint Border Commission (JBC) meeting on June 14, 2025. Here's the latest on this escalating crisis and each nation's stance on the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

Recent Developments 📅- A brief exchange of gunfire between Thai and Cambodian forces occurred in the Emerald Triangle area on May 28, 2025, resulting in a Cambodian soldier's death.- Since the skirmish, both governments have held several high-level discussions to address the border conflict and prevent further escalation.- Thailand unilaterally closed several border checkpoints and corridors on June 7, 2025, citing frustrated negotiations with Cambodia regarding four disputed areas during the upcoming JBC meeting.- Despite Thailand's unilateral action, Cambodia has confirmed their attendance at the scheduled meeting on June 14, 2025.

International Court of Justice (ICJ) ⚖️Cambodia has expressed its readiness to refer the disputes to the ICJ for resolution, while Thailand has rejected this course of action and prefers bilateral negotiations only. The ICJ has previously ruled on a small part of the dispute, granting Cambodia ownership of a contested area in 2013.

Thailand has not yet recognized the ICJ's previous rulings and remains committed to resolving issues amicably through direct talks with Cambodia.

Urging Peaceful Resolution 🕊️In an effort to keep the public informed and bolster diplomatic efforts, both governments have been actively communicating with their citizens to prevent any misconceptions regarding the border conflict.

Prime Minister Hun Sen of Cambodia emphasizes his dedication to transforming border areas with neighboring countries into zones of peace, friendship, cooperation, and development, according to the Cambodian Press Agency (AKP).

Thailand's stance remains that both sides must work towards peacefully resolving bilateral issues based on international law, as stated in a recent government release by the Thai Prime Minister's Office.

Moving Forward 🏃‍♂️The volatile nature of the conflict, combined with Thailand's unilateral border closures and the ongoing disagreement over the ICJ's role, suggests that a swift resolution may be challenging.

Diplomatic efforts remain in place to ease tensions between the two countries, with scheduled bilateral talks on June 14, 2025. We will continue to monitor this developing situation. 🌐 🌐 🌐

[1] China Daily/Asia News Network. (2025). Thailand insists on bilateral talks in Cambodia border dispute. Retrieved from https://www.chinadailyasia.com/articles/120/100/252/18544418.html

[2] Khmer Times. (2025). Cambodia threatens to file complaint with ICJ over Thailand border dispute. Retrieved from https://www.khmertimeskh.com/506278300/cambodia-threatens-to-file-complaint-with-icj-over-thailand-border-dispute/

[3] Bangkok Post. (2025). Thailand informed ICJ of Cambodia border dispute in 2013, but court didn't rule on it. Retrieved from https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/politics/1985196/thailand-informed-icj-of-cambodia-border-dispute-in-2013-but-court-didnt-rule-on-it

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  1. Despite calls for peaceful resolution, the Politics surrounding the Cambodia-Thailand Border Dispute persist, with both nations holding firm to their positions on referring the conflict to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and pursuing bilateral negotiations respectively.
  2. As war-and-conflicts escalate, the general-news regarding the volatile Cambodia-Thailand border situation continues to evolve, with recent developments including a skirmish, border closures, and planned bilateral talks, shedding light on the complex nature of the crisis and the stances of the two countries.

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