US White House Responds to Plea for Support in Cambodia-Thailand Border Dispute

Washington – July 28, 2026: The White House has responded to an open letter from Leewood Phu, a former nominee for US Ambassador to Thailand, urging increased American involvement in resolving the border dispute between Cambodia and Thailand. In its reply, the US administration cited its key policy priorities, both domestic and foreign, stating that the government is focused on advancing an agenda based on "prosperity, peace, security, and success." The statement affirmed, "We are in the most exceptional phase of political reform in our country's history," adding that the commitment to the American people will remain the government's primary focus. The response detailed key priorities including strengthening border security, reducing crime, economic growth, energy production, and what it termed the "restoration of American strength on the international stage." The statement continued, "With renewed commitment, we will continue to build on this exceptional momentum. We will restore the American Dream. Above all, we will make our country safer, stronger, and greater." However, the White House's letter did not directly address the Cambodia-Thailand border dispute issue raised by Mr. Phu. Earlier this month, Mr. Phu had sent a statement from the Cambodian government to the US Secretary of State, accusing Thai military actions of being acts of aggression and occupation of Cambodian territory. He cited the 1907 Franco-Siamese Treaty as a key legal document that defines the internationally recognized border. Mr. Phu had called on Washington to promote peaceful resolution in accordance with international law and to support mechanisms that uphold the implementation of agreements and regional stability.