Bangkok: Thailand has urged the international community to closely monitor Cambodia’s continued deployment of landmines along the Thai border. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is set to lead a diplomatic mission to Ubon Ratchathani and Sisaket. Military observers are scheduled for deployment on August 18, demanding Cambodia halt its violations of human rights and Thai sovereignty.

According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, Government Spokesperson and member of the Thai-Cambodian Border Situation Administration (CBSA), emphasized Thailand’s intention to inform the international community about Cambodia’s actions. He urged Cambodia to stop laying anti-personnel mines, highlighting the severe violation of international law, the Ottawa Convention, and basic humanitarian principles.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is preparing to lead a diplomatic delegation, including representatives from embassies of countries that are parties to the Ottawa Convention, to Ubon Ratchathani and Sisaket provinces on August 16, 2025. The delegation will first visit Ubon Ratchathani, then proceed to Pha Mo I Daeng in Sisaket Province for a briefing and discussion with Humanitarian Mine Action Unit 2 in the Phu Makhuea area. They will inspect damage areas at Ban Nong Mek, Sao Thong Chai Subdistrict, Kantharalak District, and Phum Sorol Witthaya School, receiving briefings from representatives.

Additionally, the Royal Thai Army has scheduled a temporary military observer team (Interim Observer Team: IOT) to visit the region between August 18-20, 2025.

Mr. Chirayu reiterated Thailand’s commitment to upholding international law and humanitarian principles. He stressed the government’s readiness to disclose facts to the global community, demonstrating Thailand’s dedication to a peaceful and just resolution of the situation. The government is committed to protecting the sovereignty and safety of the Thai people.