In his summary of the weekly press briefing on 3 July 2025, Mr. Nikorndej Balankura, Director-General of the Department of Information and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that Thailand has not closed any Thai-Cambodian border crossing points.

Instead, he said, Thailand has tightened border control measures, which apply equally to nationals of both countries and other foreigners. The measures can be and will be adjusted as necessary in response to the security situation in the area. While these measures are in place, exemptions are being made and continue to be made on humanitarian grounds.

Furthermore, these heightened border control measures are part of Thailand’s efforts to prevent and combat transnational crime, particularly online scamming, which has become a shared regional challenge, causing significant harm and loss not only to the Thai and Cambodian people, but also to citizens within this region and beyond. 

“Thailand is resolute in tackling this problem. We will also seek the cooperation of all countries, including Cambodia, in jointly eradicating these criminal networks,” Mr. Nikorndej said.

The Thai government does not wish for current tensions between the two governments to adversely affect Thais and also the local communities on both sides of the border. It takes this commitment seriously, and therefore, Thailand’s border control measures are carefully considered before implementation. Thailand takes into account public safety, and the well-being and best interests of the people on both sides of the border.   

Regarding Cambodia’s intervention in the meeting of l’ Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) in Paris, Thailand wishes to clarify that its longstanding position of not accepting the compulsory jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) is consistent with the sovereign rights of States under international law, and is shared by a large number of countries.

Far from standing apart, Thailand plays an active and constructive role in the development, implementation, and promotion of international law across a wide range of global and regional fora. It believes that the true measure of respect for international law lies in consistent and responsible practice - not only in rhetoric, but in action.

Mr. Nikorndej said that the Ad Hoc Center for the Thailand-Cambodia Border Situation is now the central coordinating body of the Government that is monitoring and managing the border situation. He asked the media and members of the public to follow updates from the Ad Hoc Center, which has adjusted its press conferences from daily to every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.