Kampong chhnang: Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet has reaffirmed the Royal Government of Cambodia's clear and principled stance on resolving border tensions with Thailand. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony for new achievements at the Phnom Chum Sen Rikreay Royal Gendarmerie Training Centre, coinciding with the 32nd Founding Anniversary of the Royal Gendarmerie, the Premier stressed that Cambodia remains committed to peaceful resolution based on law and bilateral mechanisms.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, Hun Manet stated that Cambodia continues to resolve border tensions using legal and technical bases under national and international law, as well as bilateral mechanisms. However, he noted that there are four sensitive areas-Ta Moan Thom Temple, Ta Moan Tauch Temple, Ta Krabei Temple, and the Mom Bei area-where exceptions apply. While emphasizing the aim to avoid the use of force, Hun Manet asserted Cambodia's right to all means of self-defence and protection of sovereignty.
The Prime Minister highlighted Cambodia's notification to the United Nations about these four sensitive areas and mentioned that legal experts are ready to address the matter. He also reaffirmed Cambodia's commitment to maintaining peaceful relations with neighboring countries, extending beyond borders and culture to include economic relations. He underscored the importance of mutual respect and avoidance of unilateral actions, given the 75 years of economic relations shared by the two countries.
Hun Manet expressed concerns over Thailand's unilateral actions, which began on June 7, 2025, with gradual border checkpoint closures and operating hour reductions. This culminated in a complete border closure on June 23, affecting the flow of goods and people, except for students and emergency patients. Although the border has since reopened, restrictions on people and vehicles persist.
To resolve the situation, the Prime Minister outlined three conditions for reopening the border, emphasizing that the decision rests with Thailand. First, Thailand must unilaterally reopen the border and guarantee against future unilateral closures. Second, all border gates must be reopened, as partial openings are unacceptable. Third, borders must return to pre-June 7 operating hours, from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., for both people and goods.
He concluded by stating that if Thailand meets these three conditions, Cambodia will fully reopen all border crossings within five hours, emphasizing the desire to avoid a prolonged stalemate.