Report Tensions Rise as Cambodia Reduces Thai Visa, Thailand Considers Retaliatory Measures

[snoop1130]

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In a recent twist in international relations, Cambodia has cut visa durations for Thai visitors to seven days, a move that has prompted Thailand to respond in kind and consider further measures impacting Cambodia. This development, announced by Nikorndej Balankura, spokesman for Thailand's Foreign Affairs Ministry, underscores a simmering diplomatic friction between the neighbouring countries.

 

Thai nationals entering Cambodia by land will now be limited to a seven-day stay, down from the previous 14 days, while border pass holders' visits are similarly reduced. In a reciprocal move, Thailand has curtailed the stay for Cambodian visitors entering by land, reducing it from 60 days to just seven for passport holders, and from 15 days to seven for border pass travelers. However, Cambodians flying into Thailand retain the 60-day stay provision.

 

Interestingly, from June 10, Cambodia plans to extend the stay for Thai visitors arriving by air from 14 to 60 days, indicating an attempt to balance the situation. Despite these adjustments, the duration of these visa policy changes remains indefinite, as neither nation has established a timeline for the measures.

 

Nikorndej, who also serves as Director General of the Department of Information, alluded to potential retaliatory measures, including discussions within Thailand's National Security Council regarding the cessation of electricity and Internet services to Cambodian areas known for housing casinos and scam operations. Furthermore, Thailand might control the export of goods that could facilitate technological or transnational crimes in Cambodia.

 

The spokesman expressed a desire for both nations to resolve these issues peacefully through established diplomatic channels, such as the Joint Boundary Committee, which is expected to convene in five days. The hope is for a return to amicable relations through constructive dialogue and mutual understanding, avoiding escalation and ensuring long-term cooperation between the two countries. As the situation develops, all eyes will be on the upcoming committee meeting to see if it can pave the way for a diplomatic resolution.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-06-10

 

 

[thesetat]

This sounds more like both countries are simply adjusting their immigration visa policies rather than using it as a lame attempt at causing disruption because of the conflict that is. happening around the temple at the borders. 

[hotchilli]

18 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

In a recent twist in international relations, Cambodia has cut visa durations for Thai visitors to seven days, a move that has prompted Thailand to respond in kind and consider further measures impacting Cambodia