📢 STATEMENT OF CONCERN TO THE INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY

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 ðŸ“¢ STATEMENT OF CONCERN TO THE INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY

We, the people of Cambodia and defenders of peace and sovereignty, are deeply alarmed by the recent military buildup initiated by the Kingdom of Thailand along the Cambodian-Thai border, particularly in Sampov Loun district, Battambang Province. This action represents a serious escalation and a blatant threat to the stability of our region, undermining long-standing international agreements and principles of peaceful coexistence between neighboring countries.

In recent days, the Royal Thai Armed Forces have deployed significant military personnel and equipment along border areas, in what appears to be a coordinated effort to intimidate and provoke. This mobilization comes after previous reports of Thai airstrikes near Preah Vihear and repeated violations of ceasefire understandings. We are gravely concerned that these acts not only endanger Cambodian territorial integrity but also put at risk the lives of innocent civilians living in nearby villages.

We call on the United Nations, the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), and all democratic nations to:

  1. Condemn this aggressive posture taken by Thailand, which clearly violates the spirit of the ASEAN Charter, and potentially breaches international law.

  2. Urge Thailand to immediately de-escalate tensions, withdraw military forces from the vicinity of the Cambodian border, and respect Cambodia’s sovereignty.

  3. Investigate possible war crimes and human rights violations, and hold those responsible accountable through international legal mechanisms, including the International Criminal Court (ICC) if necessary.

  4. Deploy observers or peacekeeping mechanisms, if needed, to ensure the protection of civilians and prevent further violence.

  5. Support Cambodia’s efforts to preserve peace and defend its internationally recognized borders.

Cambodia has always stood for peaceful diplomacy, regional cooperation, and the rule of law. But no nation—however large or influential—has the right to threaten or invade another. The actions of the Thai military are not just a Cambodian concern; they are a threat to peace in Southeast Asia.

We urge the global community to act now before the situation deteriorates further.

Issued on: July 27, 2027
Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia

✊ For Peace, Sovereignty, and Justice

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