Accra:Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet is awaiting a clear response from opposition politician Mr. Um Sam An regarding an invitation to discuss the Cambodia-Thailand border issue between border markers No. 52 and No. 59. The Prime Minister emphasized the need for transparency, accountability, and evidence-based discussions.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the Prime Minister noted that four days had passed without a clear response from Mr. Um Sam An to his invitation. He urged Mr. Um Sam An and his border experts to present all relevant documents and evidence related to the disputed area for direct discussion with Cambodia's State Secretariat of Border Affairs.
The discussion is intended to ensure transparency and accountability to the Cambodian people concerning the unresolved border issue. Mr. Um Sam An has made several statements recently, including expressing concerns about his personal safety and his willingness to accept defeat for Cambodia's greater good. The Prime Minister also mentioned conditions reportedly raised through an organization he described as illegal, suggesting these might be attempts to avoid the proposed discussion.
Mr. Um Sam An has accused Cambodian government border experts of allowing Thailand to place markers inside Cambodian territory between markers No. 52 and No. 59. The Prime Minister challenged him to provide supporting documents and evidence for examination by both parties.
Hun Manet reiterated his expectation for a clear response from Mr. Um Sam An regarding the invitation to discuss the border issue between markers No. 52 and No. 59.