Thai - Cambodia Conflict Thai and Cambodian Army Commanders Strike Seven-Point Deal

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture courtesy of Amarin.

 

Military commanders from Thailand and Cambodia have jointly agreed to a seven point plan, to maintain the ceasefire, along all three key border zones, pending high-level talks scheduled for 4 August under the General Border Committee (GBC) framework.

 

The announcement was made on 29 July, by Royal Thai Army spokesman Maj. Gen. Winthai Suvaree, following simultaneous meetings held this morning at three strategic locations along the Thai-Cambodian border.

 

The trilateral coordination aims to de-escalate recent tensions and restore stability after days of cross-border clashes and rising casualties.

 

The seven point plan was reached during the discussions is as follows:

 

– Uphold ceasefire;

– Stop shooting at civilians;

– Stop reinforcing forces; 

– No movement of troops;

– Facilitate the repatriation of the wounded and deceased;

– A team of four persons from each country be set up to resolve problems;

– Wait for the outcome of the General Border Committee meeting scheduled for August 4, hosted by Cambodia.

 

Ceasefire Agreements by Border Zone:

 

• Zone 1: Aranyaprathet, Sa Kaeo

 

A meeting between Thailand’s First Army Region and Cambodia’s Fifth Military Region took place at the Klong Luek permanent border checkpoint in Aranyaprathet district. Led by Thailand’s First Army commander, the two sides agreed to immediately suspend all military movements to avoid misunderstandings and maintain direct communication between officers at various levels in case of emergency.

 

• Zone 2: Chong Chom, Surin

 

The Second Army Region of Thailand and Cambodia’s Fourth Military Region held talks at the Chong Chom border crossing in Kap Choeng district. Agreements included an immediate cessation of gunfire, a prohibition on using force or weapons against civilians and a ban on troop reinforcements or relocations that could trigger suspicion. The parties also agreed to facilitate the safe return of injured personnel and the repatriation of deceased soldiers. A joint coordination team will be established to address urgent local issues and prevent future clashes.

 

• Zone 3: Online Meeting – Chanthaburi and Trat Border

 

The Chanthaburi-Trat Border Defence Command met virtually with Cambodia’s Third Military Region. Discussions mirrored the outcomes of Zone 1, affirming a shared commitment to de-escalation and ongoing dialogue.

 

Maj. Gen. Winthai further stated that a full ceasefire has already taken hold along the border prior to the meetings, reflecting a mutual will to prevent further violence and rebuild confidence ahead of next week’s GBC session.

 

The Royal Thai Army reiterated its commitment to a peaceful resolution and emphasised the importance of communication channels at both command and field levels to avoid future conflict.

 

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Amarin 2025-07-29

 

 

 

[ukrules]

But their civilian lords and masters in both countries have already given them their orders, what gives?
 

[Artisi]

That really is the leading question "what gives", as there is no way that Cambodia is really any great threat to Thailand - other than being a pain in the ar$e.