Thousands Remain Displaced Despite Ceasefire, Cambodia Interior Ministry Says

PHNOM PENH, April 3, 2026 (KPT) – More than 34,000 people remain displaced along the Cambodia–Thailand border despite a ceasefire agreed late last year, Cambodia’s Interior Ministry said Friday, warning that ongoing tensions continue to undermine stability.

In a press release, the ministry said that while the majority of those affected had returned home, tens of thousands were still unable to do so.

It accused Thailand of “not fully adhering” to commitments under a joint border agreement since the ceasefire took effect on December 27, 2025, and said it continued to document alleged violations while pursuing legal and diplomatic responses.

Out of more than 640,000 people displaced during the conflict, around 610,000 – about 94 percent – have returned. But 34,937 remain displaced, including more than 18,000 women and over 11,000 children.

Essential services also remain disrupted, with schools and health facilities in provinces such as Oddar Meanchey, Banteay Meanchey and Preah Vihear still closed.

The ministry urged Thailand to resume joint border demarcation work through the Joint Boundary Commission, in line with previous agreements and historical treaties.

It expressed appreciation to international observers, particularly the ASEAN Observer Team, for monitoring conditions in affected villages and shelters.

The government called for national unity behind Prime Minister Hun Manet, who it said is pursuing a peaceful resolution through diplomacy and international law.

Officials stressed that efforts remain focused on restoring sovereignty, stability and normal livelihoods for border communities.