Cambodian Human Rights Committee Chief Keo Remy has warned Thailand against actions that could intensify the ongoing border dispute or turn the area into a testing ground for foreign weapons. In a public statement, he cautioned Thai leaders not to manipulate maps or provoke military tensions, emphasizing that such moves could harm civilians and destabilize regional peace.
Keo Remy drew comparisons to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, noting that major powers such as China and the United States should not use Southeast Asia as a testing ground for military technology. He called for diplomacy and historical accuracy in managing border issues.
Separately, Cambodia’s Fifth Military Region commander, Eak Sam Oeun, reminded Thai authorities that any actions near the disputed areas of Chouk Chey and Prey Chan must adhere to existing agreements under the General and Joint Border Committees. He stressed that only the Joint Committee has the authority to make official border demarcations.
Oeun also reported that Thai civilians have been cultivating land within Cambodian territory, violating prior understandings. Cambodia has called for urgent Joint Border Committee meetings to resolve the matter peacefully and prevent further escalation.