THAILAND today (Oct. 10) strongly denied Cambodia’s accusation of delaying Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) meeting and obstructing boundary survey and demarcation efforts, Naewna newspaper and Amarin TV said.
ACM Prapas Sonjaidee, director of Joint Information Centre on the Thailand-Cambodia Situation, refuted Cambodian government spokesperson’s accusation pointing out that Thailand is commitment to resolving boundary issues through peaceful means via mutually agreed-upon bilateral mechanisms, grounded in international law, good faith, mutual trust, and respect for sovereignty.
Such allegations must be evaluated based on facts and official documents from both sides, rather than relying solely on one party’s statements, he pointed out.
ACM Prapas explained that a proposal to hold a meeting does not imply that all conditions for the meeting or field operations have already been finalised.
Both sides must clearly agree on details such as the meeting agenda, technical procedures, security measures, and the scope of operations. Thailand places importance on the Joint Statement of December 27, 2025, requiring both parties to fully honour their obligations—particularly regarding the reduction of tensions and maintaining stability in the border area plus avoiding actions that could lead to misunderstandings or confrontations.
Thailand sees the JBC mechanism as crucial for addressing boundary issues, requiring reliance on legal documents, historical evidence, and relevant technical data; claims or maps presented by either side are not automatically accepted as conclusive.
As for Asean observers, Thailand supports transparency and impartiality, provided that the role of observation remains distinct from the authority to adjudicate or determine the boundary line.
“Thailand does not close the door to negotiations; however, talks must be grounded in readiness, safety, good faith, and respect for mutual agreements.
“Thailand’s goal is not to prolong the dispute but to achieve a resolution that is legally sound and fair, leading to sustainable peace for the people of both nations.
“Thailand is ready to negotiate, verify facts, and maintain peace, but every step must be safe, fair, and respectful of national sovereignty. Resolving boundary issues requires evidence and cooperation, not merely statements made through the media,” ACM Prapas said.
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Top and Front Page: ACM Prapas Sonjaidee and the information centre’s logo. Photo – Naewna
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