Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, in his capacity as Agent, together with Mr. Pakorn Nilprapunt, Deputy Prime Minister, in his capacity as Advisor, will lead the Thai delegation to participate in the second meeting with the Conciliation Commission. 

The delegation comprises Mr. Songchai Chaipatiyut, Director-General of the Department of Treaties and Legal Affairs, in his capacity as Deputy Agent, along with representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and specialized experts from the relevant agencies, namely the Hydrographic Department and the Naval Operations Department, the Royal Thai Navy, as well as the Department of Mineral Fuels, Ministry of Energy.

As a State Party to UNCLOS, Thailand stands ready to cooperate with and support the work of the Conciliation Commission. This second meeting presents a crucial opportunity for the Thai side to provide the Commission with the relevant technical facts, with a view to finding an equitable resolution to maritime delimitation with Cambodia on the basis of international law.

The statement says, “In response to the Cambodian media reports on an interview with the Prime Minister of Cambodia, alleging that the U.S. urged Thailand to stop any activities that increase tensions or encroach on Cambodian territory, as well as Cambodia’s call for a meeting of the Thailand-Cambodia Joint Boundary Commission (JBC),

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarifies that the recent discussions between Thailand – U.S. high-level officials, particularly between the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand and the U.S. Secretary of State, including the Deputy Prime Minister’s latest discussions with the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State in New York on 24 September 2026 and with the U.S. Ambassador to Thailand on 5 October 2026, did not reflect what was reported by the Cambodian media. This is yet another example of Cambodia’s pattern of distorting facts for domestic political gain, which does not contribute to building trust and confidence, and undermines efforts toward resolving issues between the two countries.

“Thailand reaffirms its commitment to resolving differences with Cambodia peacefully through dialogue and existing bilateral mechanisms. Thailand has strictly adhered to the Joint Statement agreed by both countries in December 2025. As for the meeting of the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC), which is a technical body, it will be able to proceed effectively under a conducive atmosphere of bilateral relations. In particular, the border situation must be safe and secure, including security from landmines and threats posed by transnational criminal networks, in order for the relevant technical officials to carry out duties with safety.

“In this regard, Thailand calls on Cambodia to refrain from all forms of provocation, including at international fora and dissemination of false and unconstructive narratives, to foster mutual trust and confidence, with a view to working together in finding a peaceful and sustainable resolution.”

1. Thailand categorically rejects Cambodia’s allegations regarding the recent visit of the Prime Minister of Thailand to the border area.

2. On 23 August 2026, the Prime Minister led a delegation on a field visit to Chong An Ma, Ubon Ratchathani Province, to assess the situation and provide moral support to Thai military personnel carrying out their duties, including the one who stepped on a landmine on 17 August 2026. The said visit was conducted on the Thai side, in strict conformity to the Joint Statement of the 3rd Special General Border Committee (GBC) Meeting signed by both sides on 27 December 2025.

3. Thailand remains firmly committed to resolving differences peacefully through bilateral mechanisms, and has adhered strictly to all agreements between Thailand and Cambodia. Thailand calls on Cambodia to cease disseminating such misleading allegations and to cooperate in good faith with Thailand to create an environment conducive to resolution of problems between the two neighboring countries.

According to the release, JIC firmly rejects the allegations made by the Cambodian side concerning the detention of 18 POWs. The call for an investigation into this matter is an attempt to fabricate a new narrative and distort the facts, which goes completely against the evidence and the actual events that transpired. 

Throughout their custody in Thailand, the POWs were treated in strict accordance with the related guidelines and principles under International Humanitarian Law. This standard of care was witnessed and corroborated by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), which conducted visits to the POWs. 

Furthermore, following the conclusion of the ceasefire agreement, Thailand proceeded to repatriate all POWs. 

The JIC urges all parties to refrain from fabricating narratives or reviving issues that have concluded. Such actions only distort the truth and negatively impact bilateral relations and the atmosphere of mutual trust. 

1. Thailand remains committed to resolving border issues peacefully and through mechanisms agreed upon by both sides. Thailand attaches importance to all relevant bilateral mechanisms, including the Thailand-Cambodia Joint Boundary Commission (JBC), the General Border Committee (GBC), and other mechanisms as agreed upon by both sides, with the goal of promoting overall border security, including undertaking survey and demarcation efforts as mutually agreed. 

2. The claim that Thailand has used force to occupy Cambodian territory is a unilateral accusation that does not reflect the facts. Thailand rejects this accusation, as it has consistently affirmed that its actions are in accordance with the Joint Statement agreed by both sides on 27 December 2025, which includes measures to de-escalate tensions and maintain stability along the border. 

3. Thailand is ready to support the work of the JBC when the environment is conducive to such cooperation. Survey and demarcation efforts require trust, ensuring the safety of officials from both sides, and respect for the related technical processes. Therefore, it is crucial to avoid communicating these issues in a way that could create misunderstandings within the international community. 

4. Thailand cooperates transparently with ASEAN observer teams. It continues to be willing to provide information and facts, and facilitate the work of the ASEAN observer team, so that assessments of the situation are based on complete, comprehensive and verifiable information. 

5. Lasting peace must be based on facts, not false allegations. Thailand believes that building mutual trust can only be achieved through adherence to joint agreements, respect for bilateral mechanisms, and avoiding disseminating unilateral allegations that have not been jointly verified or proven. 

The JIC calls on all parties to utilize existing mechanisms to resolve issues constructively, so that survey and demarcation efforts can proceed safely, transparently and for the benefit of the people of both countries, leading to lasting peace and stability in the Thai-Cambodian border area.

“Thailand respects and strictly adheres to the Joint Statement of the 3rd Special Meeting of the General Border Committee (GBC) between Thailand and Cambodia on 27 December 2025, in particular Point 2 in which both sides agreed to maintain current troop deployments without further movement or patrol towards the other side’s position. All activities undertaken by Thailand are solely for the purpose of safeguarding security and the safety of the people within the framework of the Joint Statement that both countries have agreed. Thailand therefore categorically rejects Cambodia’s repeated allegations made in various fora regarding this issue.

“Thailand remains committed to peace and stands ready to resolve all outstanding issues through dialogue under existing bilateral mechanisms. Such dialogue should be conducted on the basis of facts, sincerity and good faith, mutual respect and adherence to agreements from both sides, with the aim of de-escalating tensions and restoring mutual trust between the two countries.”

"With reference to Cambodia’s allegation that Thai soldiers threw a hand grenade into a Cambodian position on 5 July 2026, along with the circulation of images on social media showing injured Cambodian soldiers,

“The Royal Thai Army and the Joint Information Center on the Thailand – Cambodia Situation (JIC) have already issued statements to clarify details surrounding the incident. Following a factual verification with the Thai military units on the ground, it was determined that the explosion occurred on Cambodian territory and was not caused by Thai forces, as alleged. The assessment further indicates that the incident most likely resulted from newly deployed Cambodian troops who were unfamiliar with the terrain and lacked operational experience, and may have accidentally stepped on a landmine in the area.

“Thailand reaffirms that all actions conducted by the Thai forces are carried out in strict adherence to operational orders, the rules of engagement, international law and the Joint Statement of the 3rd Special Meeting of the General Border Committee (GBC) between Thailand and Cambodia on 27 December 2025. Thailand remains firmly committed to the principles of restraint, transparency and accountability.

“In this regard, Thailand calls upon the Cambodian side to refrain from making unsubstantiated allegations which not only reflect a lack of judgement, good faith and sincerity, but distort the facts, create misunderstanding and seriously undermine the peaceful atmosphere along the border.”

Thai-Cambodian border, as follows:

1. Strict Adherence to the Joint Statement

Thailand reaffirms its full commitment to the Joint Statement agreed upon at the Special Session of the General Border Committee (GBC) on 27 December 2025, in particular, Clause 2: Both sides will maintain their current positions (Troop Deployment Line) and refrain from any actions that further alter the situation in the area. Thai forces have strictly adhered to this provision. There has been no encroachment, troop expansion or change of position from the agreed-upon line.

2. Thai measures are undertaken to maintain security and safety, not law enforcement

The presence of Thai forces is not unilateral law enforcement abroad. It is a necessary security and safety measure that arose from the discovery of the cross-border threat from Cambodian forces using the area as a military base to launch attacks against Thailand.

3. The area came under Thai control in order to prevent further threats, as the area was being used as a military base by Cambodian forces from which to launch attacks against Thailand. Therefore, Thailand's actions were undertaken to protect sovereignty and were Defensive, Limited, and Preventive. They do not represent an exercise of sovereignty over another country’s territory.

4. Adherence to bilateral mechanisms

Thailand remains committed to resolving issues through:

• Bilateral mechanisms such as the Regional Border Committee (RBC), the General Border Committee (GBC), and the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC)

• Continuous communication between both sides

All of Thailand's actions have been advanced with the aim of de-escalation of tensions.

5. Commitment to facts over misinformation

The situation should not be interpreted through distorted narratives. Evidence on the ground indicates that, in addition to being used as a military base for launching attacks against Thailand, the site also functioned as a large-scale scam compound. Thailand has therefore allowed media access to the area to inform the international community, demonstrating full transparency.

Evidence discovered at the site, which may support further study, analysis and counter-scam operations, includes:

• A large number of foreign SIM cards

• Multilingual scam scripts

• Infrastructure consistent with industrial-scale scam operations

These findings clearly indicate that the area had been used as a hub for transnational cybercrime, affecting people in multiple countries and requiring continued joint efforts to address.

6. Shared Responsibility

Addressing transnational crime requires cooperation, not confrontation. Both sides have already agreed

(Joint Statement Points 8 and 10) to:

• Prevent the spread of fake news and misinformation

• Cooperate in combating transnational crime

Provocative or misleading communication will only undermine such cooperation.

Conclusion

Thailand’s actions are grounded in three key principles:

• Respect for mutual agreements

• Protection of its people

• Preservation of regional stability

The way forward should focus on cooperation and shared solutions, rather than fueling conflict through competing narratives.

“Truth, transparency and cooperation are the foundation of lasting peace.”

The Joint Information Center on the Thailand - Cambodia Situation

9 April 2026, 22.00 Hrs.

During the visit, the foreign media had the opportunity to observe areas affected by the clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, and received briefings on Thailand’s military operations, which had consistently been conducted in strict compliance with international law and international humanitarian law.

The delegation also had the chance to observe various buildings in a former scam compound in the Chong Chom border area of Surin Province. They were briefed on how the various buildings in the scam compound had been used not only for illegal activity but also as a military base for Cambodian forces, which constitutes a violation of international law through the use of civilian buildings for military purposes. 

In addition, they were able to witness first-hand how transnational criminal networks operate as a global threat at industrial scale causing huge losses on populations both within and beyond the region.

  Due to additional interest, the Information Center organized this field visit for foreign media for the second time to provide them with first-hand information based on empirical evidence, reflecting the transparency of Thailand’s actions all along. This demonstrates Thailand’s commitment and role to raise awareness and advance international cooperation against online scams. 

Thailand hopes to count on Cambodia’s serious and sincere cooperation in suppressing these criminal networks, in order to strengthen mutual trust and promote confidence in Southeast Asia as a secure and stable region.