Thai, Cambodian troops hold talks over border patrol dispute
BANGKOK: The Suranaree Task Force engaged Cambodian troops over border patrol amid recent territorial concerns, Lt Gen Boonsin Padklang, Commander of the 2nd Army Region, said on Saturday (May 17).
He clarified the situation following reports of Cambodian troops encroaching on Thai territory in Nam Yuen district, Ubon Ratchathani.
Images had surfaced depicting Cambodian soldiers establishing fortifications, digging trenches, and reinforcing their position with nearly a hundred armed personnel, seemingly preparing for a potential confrontation with Thai forces.
Boonsin stated that the Suranaree Task Force had been monitoring the situation for some time and had reported their findings.
He further explained that discussions had taken place between Thai and Cambodian military officials, leading to an agreement to halt the trench-digging efforts and withdraw troops from the disputed area.
'The two sides have arranged meetings at scheduled intervals, conducted without weaponry, to discuss joint patrol operations,' he confirmed. - The Nation/ANN
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