Cambodia champions peaceful border dialogue, upholding international law

Phnom Penh, Jan 9, 2026 (KPT) – Cambodia has reiterated its commitment to defending national sovereignty through peaceful means, as discussions continue over the Cambodia–Thailand border.

Government spokesperson Pen Bona told reporters Thursday that Cambodia would uphold the international boundary as defined by historical treaties and agreements, in line with international law.

He said the border was established by the Indochina–Siam Boundary Commission and supported by the Franco–Siam treaties, official maps, demarcation records and bilateral accords previously accepted by both countries.

Bona stressed that Cambodia does not recognise any changes to borders resulting from the use of force, adding that the government’s position was consistent with international principles, including the inviolability of frontiers.

Referring to a joint statement issued on December 27, 2025, he noted that Thailand had agreed to resolve border issues through existing mechanisms and in compliance with international law.

The spokesperson said this provided hope that the dispute could be addressed fairly, while safeguarding Cambodia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

He also recalled Cambodia’s past conflicts, including civil war and the Khmer Rouge era, saying the country had since entered a new period of peace and stability and remained united in protecting its national interests.