Bangkok: "Jirayu" has called on states party to the Ottawa Convention to urgently investigate Cambodia's alleged violations of the agreement. The call follows a statement issued by the Cambodian government denying that landmines were of Cambodian origin.
According to Thai News Agency, the government reported that "Pen Bona" was under scrutiny after rejecting claims about Cambodian landmines. Jirayu questioned why Cambodia had not adhered to the August 7 ceasefire agreement concerning landmine clearance. He further urged states party to the Ottawa Convention to expedite investigations into financial transactions to determine the exact quantity of landmines allegedly linked to Cambodia.
Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, a member of the Thai-Cambodian Border Situation Administration Committee (TCAS), responded to a statement made by Mr. Pen Bona, the Cambodian government spokesman. The statement addressed the incident involving Thai soldiers stepping on anti-personnel mines, with Cambodia denying any involvement and affirming its commitment to the Ottawa Convention.
Jirayu argued that the Cambodian government's denial highlighted its insincerity. He questioned why Cambodia did not accept the ceasefire agreement with Malaysia, which included proposals on human trafficking and mine clearance. He pointed out that the rejection of the mine clearance proposal contradicted Cambodia's statements.
Jirayu urged the Ottawa Convention states to hold an urgent meeting to address Cambodia's alleged treaty violations concerning landmines. He emphasized the need for a comprehensive investigation into the origins and financial transactions related to these landmines, aiming to identify those responsible for their proliferation in the region.