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Cambodia, Thailand Agree to De-escalate Tensions Through Weapons Removal
KOH KONG, Cambodia (Sept.10, 2025) — Cambodia and Thailand have agreed on the urgent need to de-escalate border tensions by removing heavy and destructive weapons from disputed areas and returning them to their respective military installations, according to Gen. Tea Seiha, Cambodia’s deputy prime minister and minister of national defense.
During the Special Meeting of the General Border Committee (GBC) held in Koh Kong province, Seiha said both sides will meet within three weeks to develop a detailed, practical, and step-by-step action plan to achieve this goal.
“This plan will be implemented under the observation and verification of the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT),” Seiha said. He added that both countries have agreed in principle to the Terms of Reference for the establishment of the AOT, pending approval from their respective governments.
Pending the AOT’s formation, Seiha said both sides recognized the role of the Interim Observer Team (IOT) and agreed to continue using the IOT mechanism to ensure effective implementation of the ceasefire.
“We also underlined the importance of regular communication between Cambodia’s military regions, Thailand’s army areas, and border units, with a firm commitment to resolve issues peacefully and prevent clashes,” Seiha said. “Both sides stressed that strengthening communication at all levels is essential to build mutual trust and promote good neighborliness.”
Seiha also noted that both countries agreed to refrain from spreading false information, fake news, accusations, and harmful rhetoric, which he said is vital to easing tensions, reducing negative public sentiment, and fostering an environment conducive to peaceful dialogue.
Prime Minister Hun Manet welcomed the positive outcomes of the first Special General Border Committee Meeting between Cambodia and Thailand, held Sept. 10 in Koh Kong province.
The meeting was led by Seiha and Gen. Nattaphon Nakphanit, Thailand’s acting minister of national defense.
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