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Defence minister clarifies: ‘no communication with Thai counterparts’
In a statement issued today, Cambodian Minister of National Defence General Tea Seiha responded to remarks made by Thai deputy defence minister General Natthapon Nakpanich. ...
Hong Raksmey
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/defence-minister-clarifies-no-communication-with-thai-counterparts-
Thai military ramp up tensions, allow tourists to visit Ta Moan Thom Temple
A verbal clash occurred between Thai soldiers and Cambodian forces on June 27, when the Thais allowed tourists to visit Ta Moan Thom Temple during curfew hours, which violated the agreement between the two countries. ...
Hong Raksmey
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/thai-military-ramp-up-tensions-allow-tourists-to-visit-ta-moan-thom-temple
Japan refutes ‘misinformation’ that combat drones delivered to Thai forces
The Japanese embassy in Phnom Penh has dismissed rumours that the government of Japan will supply military drones to Thailand, as tensions rise over ongoing border disputes between Thailand and Cambodia. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/japan-refutes-misinformation-that-combat-drones-delivered-to-thai-forces
Cambodia seeking more Singaporean flight connections
Senate president Hun Sen has described the visit of the Singaporean prime minister to Cambodia as part of strengthening bilateral diplomatic and trade relations, particularly through expanding air connectivity, especially as Cambodia prepares to launch the Techo International Airport. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/cambodia-seeking-more-singaporean-flight-connections
Hun Sen reassures Japanese parliamentarian: ‘No need for third party, ICJ will resolve border issue’
Senate president Hun Sen has informed Nagashima Akihisa, special advisor to the Japanese Prime Minister, that Cambodia is not yet seeking a third party to resolve the border dispute with Thailand, prioritising the International Court of Justice (ICJ) mechanism first. ...
Manet ready to welcome ICJ legal team, assertive in face of threats
Prime Minister Hun Manet announced that a team of international lawyers will arrive in Cambodia this evening to discuss the Kingdom’s four-point complaint to the International Court of Justice (ICJ). ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/manet-ready-to-welcome-icj-legal-team-assertive-in-face-of-threats
Despite three rounds of talks, Cambodia risks 49% U.S import tariff as deadline nears
With just 10 days left before the U.S. reciprocal tariffs take effect, President Donald Trump has confirmed he will not extend the 90-day pause beyond the July 9 deadline, signaling that trade penalties will be enforced unless new agreements are reached with the U.S. ...
Seoung Nimol
https://cambojanews.com/despite-three-rounds-of-talks-cambodia-risks-49-u-s-import-tariff-as-deadline-nears/
Hun Sen: Thaksin family friendship shattered by Paetongtarn’s insults and dishonesty
Senate president Hun Sen has shared his regret that Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has caused the 30-year friendship between him and Thaksin Shinawatra to come to an end. He also apportioned blame for stalled border issue resolutions to her “dishonesty” and “insults toward her ...
Deported Cambodian blacklisted as ‘national security threat’
A Cambodian woman who previously worked in Thailand has been placed on a blacklist by Thai authorities, permanently barring her from re-entering the neighbouring Kingdom in the future. She was previously detained for two nights by Thai authorities on charges of illegally entering the country ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/deported-cambodian-blacklisted-as-national-security-threat-
Thai-Cambodia border closed to cargo traffic
The General Department of Immigration (GDI) has announced that it will not permit any type of cargo transport to enter, exit, or transit through any international border checkpoints or regional checkpoints along the Cambodian-Thai border. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/thai-cambodia-border-closed-to-cargo-traffic
Farewell, ‘brother’: Hun Sen warns he will expose Thaksin for betraying him
Senate president Hun Sen has sent a blunt message to the man who he once described as his “Godbrother” – former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra – accused Thaksin of betraying him and warning that he will expose his treasonous actions, including betraying the Thai ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/farewell-brother-hun-sen-warns-he-will-expose-thaksin-for-betraying-him
Hun Sen warns border conflict may be prolonged
Senate president Hun Sen travelled to Oddar Meanchey province to meet with the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces (RCAF) troops stationed at the border this afternoon, June 26. ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/hun-sen-warns-border-conflict-may-be-prolonged
Manet: Cambodia waiting to see who holds ‘real power’ in Thailand
Prime Minister Hun Manet has explained that Cambodia is waiting to see who holds real power and a clear position in Thailand — someone the Kingdom can trust enough to work with to find a joint solution for the benefit of both countries. ...
Phak Seangly
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/manet-cambodia-waiting-to-see-who-holds-real-power-in-thailand-
Interior minister: Thailand claims borders open, yet people barred from crossing
Minister of Interior Sar Sokha has raised questions about the sincerity of Thai authorities. He cited several issues, from the killing of a Cambodian soldier to the closure of borders to the dissemination of “false” information to the world regarding ongoing border issues with Cambodia. ...
Cambodia-Thailand flights operating as usual
Despite Thailand’s unilateral decision to close all land borders with Cambodia on the night of June 23, flight operations between Cambodia and Thailand are continuing as usual up to the present. ...
Hin Pisei
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/cambodia-thailand-flights-operating-as-usual
PM urges support for local products
Prime Minister Hun Manet Monday called on all citizens to support locally made products and work diligently in cultivating and processing goods for both personal use and broader consumption. ...
Mom Kunthea
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501706267/pm-urges-support-for-local-products/
Can Cambodian migrant workers in Thailand return to good jobs?
The question whether Cambodian migrant workers in Thailand will return home to better jobs and livelihood remains uncertain amid escalating tensions. ...
Meas Molika
https://kiripost.com/stories/can-cambodian-migrant-workers-in-thailand-return-to-good-jobs
Thai military closes all land borders, but deals reached at a few to allow citizens to return home
Thailand has fully enforced the closure of all land border crossings with Cambodia, restricting entry into the country, while allowing citizens who wish to return home. ...
Khuon Narim and Sovann Sreypich
https://cambojanews.com/thai-military-closes-all-land-borders-but-deals-reached-at-a-few-to-allow-citizens-to-return-home/
Government spokesperson highlights ‘irrational’ claims by Thai leader
A Cambodian government spokesperson has pointed out “irrational claims” made by Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. On June 23, she claimed that Thailand had decided to cut electricity, internet, and oil and gas supplies to Cambodia, when in fact Cambodia had already shut down these ...
Niem Chheng
https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/government-spokesperson-highlights-irrational-claims-by-thai-leader
Thailand clocks tourists from entering Cambodia as their border tensions soar
Thailand began imposing land border restrictions Monday including blocking tourists heading into Cambodia as the two countries engage in retaliation in their border dispute. ...
Kiripost staff
https://kiripost.com/stories/thailand-blocks-tourists-from-entering-cambodia-as-their-border-tensions-soar
Thai military closes all border checkpoints with Cambodia amid border tensions
Senior officials in Banteay Meanchey province confirmed on Monday night that the Thai military has ordered the closure of all border crossings with Cambodia. ...
Khuon Narim
https://cambojanews.com/thai-military-closes-all-border-checkpoints-with-cambodia-amid-border-tensions/
Inaugural commission meeting sets strategy for ICJ border dispute case
Cambodia has taken a major step forward in its legal efforts to resolve border disputes with Thailand, following the inaugural meeting of the Commission for the Preparation of Documents for Submission to the International Court of Justice (ICJ). ...
Analyst: Cambodia has no choice but to respond in kind if Thailand downgrades diplomatic ties
Following Thailand’s recall of its ambassador last week, the ruling Pheu Thai Party stated that Thailand is in the process of downgrading diplomatic relations with Cambodia. Analysts say Cambodia has little choice but to reciprocate. ...
Cambodia confident no supply disruptions after Thai fuel, gas imports halted
Persistent pressure and threats from certain Thai extremist groups have prompted the Cambodian government to suspend all fuel and gas imports from Thailand. The Cambodian government, economic experts and the general public are all reportedly in agreement that Cambodia is fully capable of securing enough ...