Bangkok: The Thai military reiterates its stance on the Thai-Cambodian border, emphasizing the need to "create balance" and proceed with peaceful solutions. The Thai military announced its stance on the Thai-Cambodian border, emphasizing the need for "balance" and pursuing peaceful solutions alongside the right to self-defense. It also supports ASEAN mechanisms and transparent communication to reduce tensions.
According to Thai News Agency, on Friday, March 20, 2026, at the Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters, Major General Witai Laythomya, spokesperson for the Royal Thai Armed Forces, announced the government's stance on the Thai-Cambodian border situation. He emphasized a policy of "balancing" national defense and security, based on facts and transparency, in order to reduce tension and foster mutual understanding.
The core of the approach consists of four points:
1. Upholding the facts and pursuing peaceful solutions: The Royal Thai Army believes that sustainable security depends on accurate information. Honest communication helps reduce conflict. Thailand affirms that it was not the initiator of the conflict and has no intention of escalating the situation, remaining committed to peaceful methods and tolerance.
2. Exercising the right to self-defense according to international principles: Even after negotiations, Thailand retains the legitimate right to self-defense under international law. If the sovereignty or safety of its people are threatened, the armed forces are ready to perform their duty to the fullest extent.
3. Supporting ASEAN mechanisms and bilateral cooperation: Thailand is ready to support ASEAN's role in building trust and is prepared to discuss issues with Cambodia at all levels through existing mechanisms, including the Joint Border Committee (JBC), the General Border Committee (GBC), and the Regional Border Committee (RBC), in order to resolve problems sustainably.
4. Transparent communication coupled with humanitarian missions: The Royal Thai Army requests cooperation from all parties to avoid actions that increase tension, while simultaneously pushing forward humanitarian mine clearance missions to minimize losses and build confidence in border areas.
The Thai military affirms its commitment to fully safeguard national sovereignty while simultaneously employing transparent diplomacy, believing that "sincerity based on facts" is the key to lasting stability and peace in the region.