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Press Briefing by H.E. LTG. Maly Socheata-Update on the implementation of the immediate and unconditional ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand

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Press Briefing by H.E. LTG. Maly Socheata-Update on the implementation of the immediate and unconditional ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand Press Briefing by H.E. LTG. Maly Socheata-Update on the implementation of the immediate and unconditional ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand

7:00 AM, August 22, 2025
Keynote Address by H.E. LTG. Maly Socheata, the Ministry of National Defense Spokesperson:

Good morning and warm greeting to all members of the press and to my fellow Cambodians who are following Today’s Press Briefing. This morning I would like to provide some updates following the coming into force of the ceasefire between the Cambodian and Thai Armed Forces on July 28, 2025, and after the Extraordinary Meeting of the GBC was concluded on August 7, 2025 as of today.

1. Starting from 24:00 midnight on 22 August 2025 up to 6:00 AM this morning, the situation at the frontline, Military Region 4 and Region 5—Preah Vihear, Oddar Meanchey, and Banteay Meanchey Provinces—remains calm and steady under the control of our military forces. Cambodian military forces stand strong and remain fully vigilant in defending the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Cambodian Armed Forces firmly respect and strictly implement the ceasefire reached on 28 July 2025, as well as the 13-point Agreed Minutes adopted at the Extraordinary Meeting of the Cambodia-Thailand General Border Committee (GBC) on 7 August 2025, under the observation of Malaysia, the United States of America, and the People’s Republic of China.

The Chinese Embassy to Cambodia confirmed that it is prepared to participate as observers providing technical assistance to support the implementation of the ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand, paving the path toward a resolution to the conflict and restoring normalcy in the relationship between the two countries. The People’s Republic of China has also shown concern for the displaced civilians and the actively monitoring the border situation with close attention.

2. On August 21, 2025, the extraordinary meeting of the Secretariat of the Cambodia-Thailand Regional Border Committee (RBC), was convened between the 5th Military Region of Cambodia and the 1st Army Area of Thailand on August 21, 2025. Both sides agreed to conduct part of the meeting online. The preparation meeting was concluded with notable positive developments, ensuring that the RBC meeting schedule for today can proceed smoothly.

3. The Cambodia-Thailand Extraordinary Regional Border Committee (RBC) meeting, will be held today in Sa Kaeo Province, Kingdom of Thailand. The Cambodian delegation will be led by Lieutenant General Ek Sam Aun, Commander of the 5th Military Region and co-chair of the extraordinary RBC meeting. The Thai delegation led by Lieutenant General Amarit Boonsuya , Commander of the 1st Army Area and co-chair of the extraordinary RBC meeting. It is anticipated that the meeting will proceed with positive outcomes that will enable both parties to promote the full implementation of the ceasefire, leading to peace, stability and return to normalcy in the region.

4. At the same time, Cambodia continues to call on the Thai side to implement the above agreements and return 18 of our military personnel to Cambodia so they can reunite with their families, who have been waiting day and night for their return. It is also important to note that Thai soldiers illegally arrested Cambodian military personnel immediately after the ceasefire took effect on the morning of 29 July 2025; as of 7:00 AM on 22 August 2025, their detention has lasted 23 days, 23 hours, and 10 minutes.

The Ministry of National Defense, the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces, and the International Community will persist in demanding that Thailand uphold its obligations under international law, and we will never abandon or leave any one of our family members isolated. The Royal Government, the Armed Forces, and the Cambodian people stand firmly united and resolutely determined to defend our territory, dignity, and sovereignty.

Full implementation of the ceasefire by both sides will create a favorable atmosphere for restoring peace, stability, and normalcy to the relationship between our two countries. This is something that not only our both sides’ people desire, but the whole world wishes to see, as demonstrated by the many messages of congratulations and support for the ceasefire agreement and the positive outcome of the Cambodia-Thailand General Border Committee Extraordinary Meeting.

Cambodia is committed to working constructively, sincerely, and in close cooperation with Thailand, Malaysia, other ASEAN member countries, and all relevant partners, such as the United States of America and the People’s Republic of China, to ensure the effective and full implementation of the ceasefire and the resolution of disputes peacefully and in accordance with international law, the UN Charter, and the ASEAN Charter.

Thank you.

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