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Barnama
a day ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Cambodian Defence Ministry Firm On Maintaining Border Peace
By Vijian Paramasivam PHNOM PENH, Aug 8 (Bernama) -- The Cambodian National Defence Ministry today assured Malaysia that they are committed to implementing the border ceasefire to maintain peace in the region. Deputy Prime Minister and National Defence Minister General Tea Seiha also thanked Malaysia for initiating a peaceful resolution to the volatile situation along the common border between Cambodia and Thailand. bootstrap slideshow Malaysia was instrumental in achieving the ceasefire agreement on July 28, after tensions between the two militaries erupted into armed conflict on the morning of July 24. 'This constructive engagement has contributed significantly to de-escalating tensions, preventing further loss of life and injuries, especially as this lays the foundation for lasting peace and stability in our region,' he said. He said this in a letter addressed to Malaysia's Defence Minister, Datuk Seri Mohamed Khalid Nordin, on August 8. He further reiterated that the defence ministry remains committed to working closely with Malaysia and with all concerned parties to advance the peace process in the spirit of ASEAN unity and solidarity. The extraordinary Cambodia-Thailand General Border Committee (GBC) Meeting concluded successfully in Kuala Lumpur on August 7. Since the border conflict broke out, Malaysia, as the ASEAN chair, has offered diplomatic support to quell tensions along the contentious borders spanning 817 kilometres in the northern part of Cambodia.
The Star
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Cambodia and Thailand promise to uphold ceasefire agreement
KUALA LUMPUR: The ceasefire is not merely a pause but a promise to protect lives, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail ( pic ), as Cambodia and Thailand recommitted to halting all military movements and attacks along their shared border. The agreement, reached during a special bilateral meeting here, reinforces both nations' pledge to uphold peace following recent deadly border clashes. 'That promise must be honoured with firm commitments, effective monitoring and sincere political will from both sides. We are proud that both sides have given this commitment through these meetings over the last few days. 'In Asean we believe in resolving disputes through consensus, non-confrontations, trust, mutual respect and the spirit of non-interference. 'This spirit has guided us today and will continue to do so in the journey ahead,' he told reporters after the conclusion of the meetings yesterday. Thailand and Cambodia agreed to implement a ceasefire effective midnight on July 28, through a special meeting in Malaysia chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, that brought the South-East Asian neighbours to the negotiating table. Tensions between the two countries peaked on May 28 when fighting broke out in the disputed Preah Vihear area, resulting in the death of a Cambodian soldier. According to the agreed minutes of the extraordinary meeting of the Cambodia-Thailand General Border Committee (GBC) in Wisma Perwira here, both countries have emphasised their commitment to the ceasefire. 'Prolonged conflict would endanger the safety of civilians and soldiers on both sides and heighten tensions, thereby complicating efforts toward a joint resolution. 'Both sides agree to comply with international humanitarian law in the treatment of captured soldiers, including their living conditions, shelter, food and medical care in case of injury,' according to the minutes. Cambodia and Thailand have also committed to scheduling a GBC meeting in a month's time. 'Otherwise, an extraordinary GBC meeting should be called immediately with the same format as this extraordinary GBC meeting to discuss the ceasefire,' it said. Earlier in the day, acting Thailand Defence Minister General Nattaphon Narkphanit said that the meetings were 'an important step' towards peace. 'The goal here is a sustainable and durable ceasefire, that is one that is able to be accepted and enforced by both sides. 'There are mechanisms that are being put in place, and we believe those mechanisms are very important to ensure monitoring of this,' he said. His counterpart, Cambodian Defence Minister General Tea Seiha, said in a prepared statement that his country reaffirms its commitment to 'fully and faithfully' implement the understandings reached during the meeting on July 28. 'Particularly the ceasefire agreement and the establishment of an Asean Observer Team led by Malaysia. This mechanism is of great importance to ensure a sustained and accountable ceasefire,' he said.
The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Thailand, Cambodia must avoid unprovoked firing towards civilians and troops, says agreed minutes of General Border Committee meeting
KUALA LUMPUR: Both Cambodia and Thailand have emphasised their commitments to the ceasefire by stopping all attacks on either side. After the extraordinary meeting of the Cambodia-Thailand General Border Committee (GBC) in Wisma Perwira here on Thursday (Aug 7), both sides have agreed to a ceasefire involving all weapons and attacks on both civilian and military areas. According to the agreed minutes of the meeting, all sides must avoid unprovoked firing towards the others' positions and troops. 'In the event of an armed conflict, whether intentional or unintentional, both sides must promptly consult at the local level through existing bilateral mechanisms to prevent the situation from escalating along the entire border. Prolonged conflict would endanger the safety of civilians and soldiers on both sides and heighten tensions, thereby complicating efforts toward a joint resolution. 'Both sides agree to comply with international humanitarian law in the treatment of captured soldiers, including their living conditions, shelter, food, and medical care in case of injury. 'If one side wishes to bring in its own wounded soldiers or civilians who are not under the control of the other side for medical treatment, the receiving side may determine its response based on the capacity of its medical facilities, including available equipment, personnel, or medical ethics, on a case-by-case basis,' it said. It said captured soldiers shall be immediately released and repatriated after the cessation of active hostilities in accordance with Article 118 of the Third Geneva Convention of 1949 and Rule 128 (A) of the Customary International Humanitarian Law. Cambodia and Thailand have also committed to scheduling the GBC meeting in a month's time. 'Otherwise, an extraordinary GBC Meeting should be called immediately with the same format as this extraordinary GBC Meeting to discuss the ceasefire,' it said. Thailand and Cambodia agreed to implement a ceasefire effective midnight on July 28 through a special meeting in Malaysia chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, that brought both Southeast Asian neighbours to the negotiating table following heightened tensions. Tensions between the two countries peaked on May 28 when fighting broke out in the disputed Preah Vihear area, resulting in the death of a Cambodian soldier.
The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Ceasefire not merely a pause but a promise to protect lives, says Home Minister after Thailand-Cambodia GBC meet
KUALA LUMPUR: Ceasefire is not merely a pause but a promise to protect lives, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail says. 'That promise must be honoured with firm commitments, effective monitoring and sincere political will from both sides. We are proud that both sides have given this commitment through these meetings thoroughly the last few days. 'In Asean, we believe in resolving disputes through consensus, non-confrontation, trust, mutual respect and the spirit of non-interference. This spirit has guided us today and will continue to do so in the journey ahead,' he said after the conclusion of the extraordinary meeting of the Cambodia-Thailand General Border Committee (GBC) in Wisma Perwira here on Thursday (Aug 7). Earlier in the day, acting Thailand Defence Minister General Nattaphon Narkphanit said that the meetings were 'an important step' towards peace. "I think what we've seen today is an important step, and that is that the senior representatives from both sides, using an existing bilateral mechanism, the GBC, have met and have recommitted to the ceasefire agreement that was reached on July 28th in Putujaya under the leadership of Prime Minister Anwar and with the Prime Minister of Cambodia and the acting Prime Minister of Thailand. 'The goal here is a sustainable and durable ceasefire, that is one that is able to be accepted and enforced by both sides. 'There are mechanisms that are being put in place, and we believe those mechanisms are very important to ensure monitoring of this. 'But more importantly, we believe that what we've seen here is a sign that both governments have recommitted themselves to this, and the United States will be watching very closely to ensure that governments remain committed to a ceasefire,' he said in a statement. His counterpart Cambodian Defence Minister General Tea Seiha said in a prepared statement that reaffirms the commitment to 'fully and faithfully' implement the understandings reached during the meeting on July 28. 'Particularly the ceasefire agreement and the establishment of a Asean Observer Team led by Malaysia. This mechanism is of great importance to ensure a sustained and accountable ceasefire,' he said. Both Cambodia and Thailand also thanked Malaysia for facilitating the meetings and the United States' and China's roles as observers. Thailand and Cambodia agreed to implement a ceasefire effective midnight on July 28 through a special meeting in Malaysia chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, that brought both Southeast Asian neighbours to the negotiating table following heightened tensions. Tensions between the two countries peaked on May 28 when fighting broke out in the disputed Preah Vihear area, resulting in the death of a Cambodian soldier.
The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Thai-Cambodian delegations arrive for extraordinary meeting of GBC
KUALA LUMPUR: The delegations for the extraordinary meeting of the Cambodia-Thailand General Border Committee (GBC) have arrived at Wisma Perwira here. The delegations from Cambodia and Thailand arrived at around 1.45pm Thursday (Aug 7). Also present were Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari and Chief of Defence Forces General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar Thailand and Cambodia agreed to implement a ceasefire effective midnight on July 28 through a special meeting in Malaysia chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, that brought both Southeast Asian neighbours to the negotiating table following heightened tensions. Tensions between the two countries peaked on May 28 when fighting broke out in the disputed Preah Vihear area, resulting in the death of a Cambodian soldier.
