Key Facts
• Military clash occurred on the Thailand-Cambodia border in late July 2025.
• Both nations invited diplomats, including Japan’s ambassador, to inspect affected areas.
• Thailand hosted 20 countries’ diplomats in Si Sa Ket Province on August 1.
• A convenience store hit by rocket fire was shown to the delegation.
• Cambodia held a similar inspection in Oddar Meanchey Province on the same day.
• ASEAN, led by Malaysia, is preparing a ceasefire monitoring team.
• Ceasefire agreement, mediated by the U.S. and China, took effect on July 29.
• Thailand accused Cambodia of ceasefire violations, which Cambodia denied.
• Japan’s ambassador emphasized international support to stabilize the ceasefire.
• Talks on border issues are scheduled in Malaysia starting August 4.
Summary
Thailand and Cambodia, following a military clash on their border in July 2025, invited international diplomats to highlight damages and garner support. Thailand showcased affected areas in Si Sa Ket Province, including a rocket-damaged convenience store, while Cambodia held a similar event in Oddar Meanchey Province. Both nations aim to draw global attention ahead of ASEAN’s ceasefire monitoring efforts. Despite a ceasefire agreement mediated by the U.S. and China, tensions persist, with mutual accusations of violations. Japan’s ambassador stressed the importance of international backing to maintain peace. Upcoming talks in Malaysia on August 4 will focus on resolving border disputes.
