Press Briefing – Update on the implementation of the immediate and unconditional ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand
Press Briefing – Update on the implementation of the immediate and unconditional ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand
Keynote Address by H.E. Pen Bona, Spokesperson for the Royal Government of Cambodia:
7:00AM, September 1, 2025
Cambodia: A Small Country with a Small Population but Gaining Widespread Support and Praise
Up until now, Cambodia has continued to value the ceasefire agreements and has respected this truce diligently. The ceasefire has remained in effect and continues to offer significant benefits to both parties (Cambodia and Thailand), particularly contributing to regional security and stability.
Through sincerity, good faith, a peace-loving spirit, and adherence to international law, Cambodia has gained increasing recognition and praise on the international forum. As a small nation in Southeast Asia, Cambodia attracts global attention through active and righteous diplomatic activities led by both top leaders, Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister, and Samdech Techo Hun Sen, the Senate President, who have focused intensely on the border dispute with Thailand and have swiftly conveyed Cambodia’s true position to the world.
Furthermore, the unity of the Cambodian people, both domestically and abroad, including Buddhist monks, has been actively engaged in demonstrating the peace-loving spirit, respect for international law, and order, in which they demand that Thailand respect the ceasefire, cease provocations that lead to conflict, and prevent further escalation of hostilities. These efforts have garnered significant international interest in Cambodia.
The unified voice of Cambodia, expressed by our leaders and citizens to the world, is that “Cambodia loves peace, respects international law, and seeks peaceful borders, friendship, cooperation, and development. Cambodia does not desire armed conflict.” These clear goals and actions are recognized and overseen by the international community through diplomatic visits by ambassadors, the Interim Observers Team (IOT), foreign officials, and journalists who have visited Cambodia and witnessed the situation on the ground, helping to convey the truth about Cambodia’s leadership and people to the world.
In short, Cambodia, a small country with a small population, has received widespread support and praise from many countries worldwide. Nonetheless, the mission is not yet complete; we must continue to maintain this strong national unity to firmly support the government and our brave armed forces.
