Following deadly border clashes, a diplomatic downgrade and land encroachment, Thailand is now moving forward with a series of lawsuits against Cambodia, accusing it of armed aggression and war crimes. The Thai government has announced plans to sue Cambodia and its leaders in court, with a key focus on charges of intentionally laying new landmines, injuring Thai soldiers. Thailand’s acting prime minister stated that the legal action is a direct response to Cambodian violations of Thai sovereignty and international law, adding that warrants will be issued for Cambodian leaders if they enter Thai territory. Cambodia dismissed Thailand’s legal actions as…
Author: Raksmey Hong
A new report, released earlier this month, has raised alarm over the spread of climate disinformation in Cambodia, warning that it is undermining indigenous peoples’ rights and voices in the fight against climate change and deforestation. Launched by Asia Centre in partnership with International Media Support (IMS), the study, Climate Disinformation in Cambodia: Undermining Indigenous Peoples’ Agency, found that false and distorted climate narratives are increasingly shaping public perception, obscuring environmental harm and silencing communities most affected by forest loss. “Climate disinformation must not be normalised in Cambodian society,” said Dr. James Gomez, regional director of Asia Centre, during a…
Senate president Hun Sen has strongly criticised reported remarks by Thailand’s acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, who was quoted as saying that Cambodian leaders such as Hun Sen and Prime Minister Hun Manet would be arrested if they entered Thailand. Citing a Thai newspaper article, Hun Sen said that if the publication accurately reflected the acting leader’s words, it demonstrated recklessness and a lack of understanding of both customary law and diplomatic protocol. “If Thailand is in a position to arrest Cambodian leaders, then Cambodia could likewise arrest the Thai leaders who invaded Cambodia and killed our citizens,” he added,…
The Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum of Economy and Money (SOSORO) has unveiled a temporary exhibition showcasing rarely seen photographs of Cambodia taken between 1972 and 1975, just before the fall of Phnom Penh. The exhibition, titled “Cambodia: 1972 – 1975”, features images captured by British photographer Colin Grafton during his stay in the country at a time of war and upheaval. His photographs depict everyday life, street scenes and unusual moments such as gem panning in Pailin, offering visitors a glimpse into the resilience of Cambodians during a turbulent chapter in the nation’s history. Opening the exhibition, SOSORO Museum co-director…
More than 400 Indonesians gathered at the embassy of Indonesia in Phnom Penh this morning to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Indonesia’s August 17 Independence Day with a flag-hoisting ceremony and cultural festivities. Representatives from the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces and National Police also attended. The celebration featured a “Pesta Rakyat,.” or community festival, highlighted by the cutting of tumpeng, traditional music and dance, games and a feast of Indonesian cuisine. During his address, Indonesian ambassador Santo Darmosumarto praised the enthusiasm of the Indonesian community in Cambodia, stressing that independence is realized “through concrete actions, hard work and most importantly,…
Cambodia has expressed gratitude to China for continuing to provide grant assistance for humanitarian mine clearance, a priority effort that has helped protect millions of people and support development across the country. Heng Ratana, director-general of the Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC), expressed “gratitude to the People and Government of China” for their long-standing support through the China-Aided Cambodia Landmine Elimination Project, which was implemented in 2008 and will run until February 2026. “Progress from 2018 to July 2025 has seen CMAC release over 160 square kilometres of mine and unexploded ordnance (UXO) contaminated land,” Ratana posted on social media,…
Cambodia has expressed its gratitude to China for offering humanitarian assistance, including mine clearance support, along the agreed border Undisputed areas between Cambodia and Thailand. “For Cambodia, this demining can begin immediately in the demarcated areas along the border line,” said government officials. Officials explained that the efforts will help ensure the safety of local communities and facilitate stability in the region. In areas where border demarcation has not yet been finalised, Cambodia highlighted the importance of fully implementing the current ceasefire measures agreed with Thailand. Cambodia noted that adherence to the ceasefire and continued humanitarian efforts are crucial steps…
Chinese Minister of foreign Affairs Wang Yi brought Cambodian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn and their Thai counterpart Maris Sangiampongsa together for informal “tea diplomacy” talks aimed at easing tensions over the Cambodia–Thailand border conflict. According to Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning, the meeting featured “friendly and open communication”, with the Cambodian and Thai ministers each expressing their sincere thanks to China for creating the opportunity for dialogue and praising Beijing’s constructive role in promoting peace. “The three sides had a friendly and open communication on the Cambodia-Thailand border conflict,” said Ning. The gathering was…
The government of Japan has announced an emergency grant of approximately $1.8 million to support humanitarian needs along the Cambodia–Thailand border, amid ongoing efforts to de-escalate tensions between the two countries. In an august 15 statement, Japanese ambassador to Cambodia Ueno Atsushi said Tokyo views “the cordial cooperative relations between Cambodia and Thailand as extremely important for the stability and development of the region”, and is committed to promoting the steady implementation of the ceasefire agreement. The grant will be channelled through the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF). Under the funding allocation, the IOM…
The Cambodian Joint Border Committee (JBC) has lodged a strong protest against what it described as repeated violations by the Thai military along the Cambodia–Thailand border in Banteay Meanchey province earlier this week. An August 14 statement from the Cambodian JBC noted that on August 12, Thai troops erected barbed wire, drone nets, and tyre barriers between border posts 46 and 47 in Chok Chey village, O’Bei Chon commune, O’Chrov district. The following day, similar installations were placed between border posts 42 and 43 in nearby Prey Chan village. “On August 14, the Thai military attempted to carry out the…