Phnom penh: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in Cambodia has issued a statement condemning Thailand for violating Cambodia's territorial integrity in 14 specific areas across four provinces. The statement highlights that these actions are in defiance of a ceasefire agreement reached at the 3rd Special Meeting of the General Border Committee on December 27, 2025.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the Cambodian ministry has brought to light the continued aggressive actions of Thai armed forces against Cambodian sovereignty, occurring even after the ceasefire agreement came into effect. These actions include coordinated military operations conducted by Thailand from December 7 to 27, 2025, involving the occupation and control of areas recognized internationally as Cambodian territory. The incursions have been reported in the provinces of Banteay Meanchey, Pursat, Preah Vihear, and Oddar Meanchey.
The Royal Government of Cambodia has strongly protested against these violations, criticizing the Thai armed forces for their illegal presence and operations in Cambodian provinces. The ministry accuses Thailand of intensifying the destruction of Cambodian civilian and cultural structures, particularly in Banteay Meanchey and Pursat provinces, despite the prohibition of provocative actions as outlined in the Joint Communiqu© of the Special Meeting of the Government of Cambodia (GBC).
The statement further asserts that the Thai occupation of Cambodian land post-ceasefire, coupled with the demolition of civilian infrastructure, violates international laws and human rights principles, including specific articles of the UN Charter and the Geneva Conventions. Cambodia and Thailand's border is defined by treaties dating back to 1904 and 1907, and both countries have Joint Border Commissions tasked with demarcating the border lines.
Cambodia claims that the ongoing presence of Thai military forces on its territory amounts to illegal occupation without any legal basis under international law, contravening Thailand's commitments to peaceful dispute resolution. This situation jeopardizes the progress made by the Joint Border Demarcation Commission and raises concerns over possible attempts by Thailand to disrupt demarcation efforts.
The Cambodian government is demanding an immediate cessation of Thai military activities along the border, urging Thailand to withdraw its forces and respect the border demarcation mandate. Cambodia remains committed to resolving border disputes peacefully and in accordance with international law, urging the international community to support a lawful resolution to the conflict.