Sa kaeo: The situation along the Thai-Cambodian border, spanning seven provinces, remains stable, with forces strategically positioned to respond to potential incidents in all areas.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office and part of the Thai-Cambodian Border Situation Administration Committee (TCASAB), confirmed that the border situation at 11 different locations continues to be peaceful and orderly. Despite the calm, the Thai military is maintaining a state of alertness, ensuring 24-hour security along the border. Special attention is being given to the Ban Nong Chan area in Sa Kaeo Province, due to its historical significance as a former refugee camp for Cambodians and its current status as a contested territory regarding Thai sovereignty.
Mr. Jirayu further addressed recent incidents involving Cambodians dismantling barbed wire and allegedly assaulting Thai officials in the Ban Nong Chan area, located in Khok Sung District, Sa Kaeo Province. In response, Deputy Defense Minister General Nattapol Nakphanit has instructed the First Army Area to lodge a formal complaint and tasked the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with submitting an official protest to reaffirm Thai sovereignty over the area. This matter is set to be discussed at the upcoming General Border Committee (GBC) meeting scheduled for September.
In an effort to maintain diplomatic dialogue, a meeting of the Regional Border Committee (RBC) is set to take place today at the Chong Sangam permanent border crossing in Phusing District, Si Sa Ket Province, which lies opposite Chong Chum, Oddar Meanchey Province, Cambodia. The meeting will be chaired by the Commander of Army Region 2 for the Thai committee and the Commander of Military Region 4 for the Cambodian committee. Following the discussions, a joint press conference is planned at the Chong Sangam Customs Checkpoint from approximately 12:15 to 12:45.