Cambodia Protests Thai Border Incursions

The Cambodian government has officially lodged a strong protest against the Thai army's continued violations of Cambodian sovereignty and territorial integrity along the border. On July 2, 2026, Thai armed forces reportedly installed barbed wire in two separate locations: the tri-junction area in Preah Vihear province and the Jub Rum area in Trapaing Prasat district, Udor Meanchey province. These actions are contrary to the de-escalation measures stipulated in the joint declaration of the 3rd Extraordinary Meeting of the General Border Committee (GBC) on December 27, 2025, and also constitute a violation of Article 5 of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Royal Government of the Kingdom of Cambodia and the Royal Government of the Kingdom of Thailand on Land Border Measurement and Demarcation (MOU 2000). The Cambodian government urges Thailand to immediately cease all such activities, not only in the mentioned areas but also in other locations where Thai armed forces have been illegally occupying since last year. Cambodia affirms that de-escalation is essential to foster mutual trust and facilitate a peaceful and lasting resolution to border disputes, thereby restoring peace, stability, and good neighborly relations along the Cambodia-Thailand border. Cambodia remains committed to resolving all border disputes with Thailand, as well as with all neighboring countries, peacefully, in accordance with international law and existing bilateral agreements, while upholding its principled stance that border lines must not be changed by force.