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

7:00 AM, August 15, 2025

Intervention by H.E. Pen Bona, Royal Government Spokesperson:

1. Concerning the ceasefire implementation, which officially entered into force at midnight on July 28, 2025, and up to this moment Cambodia has implemented the truce vigilantly and without any violation. The effective implementation manner is attributed to the Cambodian leadership’s desire for peace, high responsibility, and disciplined direction. The militaries and armed forces strictly adhere to the directive issued by the leadership, ensuring stability and order.

2. In implementing the ceasefire agreement, Cambodia considers patience the most crucial strategy to prevent the resurgence of armed conflict. Despite various provocations, such as laying piles at the roadblock, installing barbed wire, shooting slingshots, and spreading false information along with provocative rhetoric and attempts at internal destabilization, Cambodia remains tolerant. The country maintains national unity and solidarity while resisting the temptation to retaliate or escalate violence, thereby safeguarding peace and stability.

3. All Cambodian citizens place great trust in our leaders, especially Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate, and Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister. They are leaders of proven experience and strategic vision, committed to resolving national issues while upholding peace and international law. Furthermore, Cambodia also has strong-spirited military and armed forces that diligently protect the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.