Menu National 33 minutes ago - BREAKING NEWS Cambodian PM: Two key issues excluded from JBC meeting agenda Prime Minister Hun Manet. PMO Click here to get Khmer Times Breaking News direct into your Telegram FacebookTwitterEmailShare Prime Minister Hun Manet has clarified that two key issues will not be discussed at the Cambodia-Thailand Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) Meeting scheduled for Saturday, June 14, 2025, after a 12-year interruption. The first issue concerns border disputes involving the Ta Moan Thom, Ta Moan Tauch, and Ta Krabei temple complexes, as well as the Mom Bei area. The Prime Minister stated via social media on Friday evening that Cambodia has already decided to bring these matters before the International Court of Justice (ICJ). He reiterated that Cambodia is awaiting Thailand’s response to Saturday’s JBC meeting: will Thailand agree to join Cambodia in submitting the case to the ICJ? “I would like to reconfirm to my compatriots that even if the Thai side refuses or remains silent, Cambodia will proceed unilaterally. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation will send an official request to the ICJ on Sunday, June 15, 2025, regarding the disputes in these four areas,” he affirmed. The second issue that will not be discussed is the ongoing border closure. According to the Prime Minister, opening or closing border crossings does not fall within the jurisdiction of the JBC. He noted that the issue is straightforward: the border, which was unilaterally closed by the Thai military on June 7, should be unilaterally reopened to its previous status. “Cambodia does not intend to create problems that hinder cross-border travel or trade between the Cambodian and Thai people. However, Cambodia can also respond effectively to threats or external pressure,” he stressed. He underscored that Cambodia did not initiate the current situation and therefore should not be expected to end it. “What was started unilaterally must be ended unilaterally. There is no need for negotiation. Whoever starts first, ends first,” he declared. Nevertheless, the Prime Minister reiterated Cambodia’s willingness to continue working with Thailand through the JBC mechanism to complete the demarcation of the remaining sections of the shared border, excluding the four disputed areas, which Cambodia intends to resolve through the ICJ. AKP FacebookTwitterEmailShare Related Posts January 10, 2025Senate President Hun Sen Leads Extraordinary Commission Meeting of the Senate April 28, 2025Cambodia-Russia intergovernmental commission meeting to promote cooperation November 28, 2024Thor Chetha attends the 31st Mekong River Commission Council Meeting in Laos July 17, 2024Hun Sen chairs Senate Standing Committee meeting Tags: Joint Boundary Commission Previous Article Cambodia, Chile establish political consultations between their foreign ministries Next Article Border Dispute: Cambodia seeks peaceful resolution, not weapons Khmer Times App Khmer Times is now available on iPhone and Android. Download the app and keep up with real time news from Cambodia and the world. Features Essential AI skills needed for Cambodia’s future workforce There was a time when AI was a tech industry trend. Now, it slowly enters the daily lives of people throughout the world, including Cambodians. From recommendations on YouTube to ride-hailing apps to digital customer support, AI is quietly sneaking in to alter the way we work, live, and learn. ‘Straw’: When the system fails, she fights back The ace of drama Taraji Penda Henson is back with another psychological masterpiece about the depression of poverty, a mid-life crisis and an unexpected incident that suddenly brings the changes. It is called Straw. ‘How to Train Your Dragon (2025)’ now showing in Cambodia The legendary tale of Vikings and dragons bursts onto the big screen in stunning live-action! How to Train Your Dragon (2025) is captivating audiences across Cambodia, soaring into cinemas everywhere starting from yesterday June 12. logo Search... Home National Business ខេមរភាសា 中文新闻 Weekly Roundup Khmer Times TV Features Editorial Opinion Property Announcements Youth Today Good Times2 Sports International Contact Us Advertising Facebook Twitter Youtube Letters Supplements Around Town Press Releases