According to Cambodia’s Ministry of National Defence, at 8:40 a.m. on Thursday, May 14, 2026, the Cambodian Liaison Group (CLG) facilitated the first mission under the Philippine chairmanship by the Head of Mission of the ASEAN Observer Team (HOM AOT) to Preah Vihear Temple in Choam Ksan district, Preah Vihear province. The visit aimed to observe, verify and report on the border situation and recent developments there. The ministry said the important World Heritage Site had sustained severe damage from attacks by the Thai military in 2025.
The ministry said the AOT’s observation and verification work sought full and effective implementation of the ceasefire, greater transparency, accountability and mutual trust between Cambodia and Thailand, and a rapid return to normal conditions, peace, stability and lasting security along the border. It said Cambodia had consistently supported the observers fully and stressed the importance of strengthening their role and mandate.
The ministry added that the Cambodian government and Defence Ministry reaffirmed their commitment to sincerely, fully and strictly implement the December 27, 2025 Joint Statement of the Third Special Meeting of the Cambodia–Thailand General Border Committee (GBC), the October 26, 2025 Joint Statement on the Cambodia–Thailand Peace Agreement and other relevant agreements, to restore normal and safe living conditions for residents along both countries’ borders. Article: ឡាយ កុល
