“Cambodia Seeks Peaceful Border Resolution With Thailand,” Hun Manet Tells Francophonie Summit

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Prime Minister Hun Manet has spelled out to Francophonie Summit delegates Cambodia’s wish for a peaceful resolution of the border ...

PHNOM PENH – Prime Minister Hun Manet has spelled out to Francophonie Summit delegates Cambodia’s wish for a peaceful resolution of the border conflict with Thailand and called for the resumption of stalled border demarcation.

Hun Manet told the summit, attended by world leaders including French President Emmanuel Macron, that Cambodia did not initiate the shooting in 2025. He said the ceasefire is still in effect, but the situation is fragile.

Thai forces are still occupying Cambodian territory and 20,000 displaced civilians have yet to be returned, he said to the French-speaking community gathering on Nov. 15 in Phnom Penh.

Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 20th summit, Hun Manet said that the return home of displaced people remains a top priority for his government.

He called for the resumption of surveying and demarcation of the land border. He said the border is recognized within the framework of international law, having been clearly delineated more than a century ago.

“Consequently, this is a border line that all parties must recognize and strictly respect, in accordance with international law,” he said.

As for the disputed maritime areas, Cambodia has opted for a legal mechanism, specifically, compulsory conciliation. Thailand’s participation in this process is a hopeful sign, he said.

“Cambodia’s intention is very clear. We desire a border of peace and cooperation with Thailand — a border that protects both nations and brings both peoples closer together.

“This principle is a matter of concern for the entire international community. No border should ever be altered through the use of force or the creation of fait accompli. Respect for international law serves as a guarantee of peace for all states, regardless of their size, big or small.”

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