Cambodian-Thai border crossing suspended

[geovalin]

The Royal Government of Cambodia has decided to temporarily suspend traffic through the Cambodian-Thai border, except for the transportation of goods and special cases. This decision was made after the closure of Koh Kong, Pursat, Battambang, Pailin, Banteay Meanchey, Oddar Meanchey, Preah Vihear and Siem Reap on the night of July 28, 2021.

 

Under Article 7 of the decision, the Royal Government has instructed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation to immediately contact the Thailand to temporarily close the border for passengers, except for the transportation of goods and special cases authorized by the authorities.

 

The Royal Government has also instructed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training to cooperate in disseminating information on the implementation of blockade measures for Cambodian provinces bordering Thailand, as well as coordinating with the Thai authorities to provide support for Cambodian workers living in Thailand, as well as informing Cambodian workers living in Thailand who wish to return to Cambodia that they must delay their return until the closure is completed.

 

read more https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50903680/cambodian-thai-border-crossing-suspended/

[aussienam]

What the ...... ?  Ya mean I could've done a border run to Cambodia all this time?  Naahhh.  I am assuming it was a Thai/Cambodian nationals only agreement.  Otherwise going to run head first into a wall.