Bangkok: A government spokesman has revealed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spearheaded a visit by diplomatic missions, international organizations from 33 countries, and the media to observe mine clearance operations and assess the impact on civilian areas. This initiative aims to confirm the situation’s facts to the international community.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, Government Spokesperson and member of the Thai-Cambodian Border Situation Administration (TCASA), announced that on Saturday, August 16, 2025, the government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, coordinated a delegation involving foreign diplomats, consuls, international organizations based in Thailand, and 20 media outlets. The delegation visited Ubon Ratchathani and Sisaket provinces to observe landmine clearance and evaluate the damage to civilian areas due to the Thai-Cambodian border incident.
Mr. Jirayu stated that the diplomatic delegation comprised 36 participants from 33 countries, one organization, and two international organizations. This included ambassadors, temporary deputy ambassadors, embassy representatives, military attach©s, and members from the Golden West Humanitarian Foundation and the Norwegian People’s Aid.
The delegation’s itinerary included a visit to Ubon Ratchathani Province and Phum Soron Wittaya School in the Sao Thong Chai Subdistrict, Kantharalak District. They received briefings, visited damaged homes in the Ban Nong Mek area, and traveled to Pha Mor I Daeng to observe landmine clearance efforts at Phu Makhuea.
The visit’s objective was to allow the diplomatic corps and media to examine conditions on the ground, observe the Humanitarian Mine Action Unit’s processes, and understand the affected areas’ realities. This ensures that information shared internationally is based on verified facts.
Mr. Jirayu emphasized that the visit underscores Thailand’s commitment to transparency and adherence to international humanitarian law. It demonstrates the country’s dedication to fostering mutual understanding and trust and highlights its role in promoting sustainable peace and cooperation.