Thailand and Cambodia finally reached a consensus on Saturday for an immediate ceasefire and the return of 18 captured Cambodian soldiers, ending months of retaliatory attacks that have killed over a hundred people and displaced thousands.
The agreement was reached during the 3rd Special Meeting of the General Border Committee (GBC) at the Ban Pak Kard Permanent Border Crossing in Pong Nam Ron District, Chanthaburi Province, with the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) as observers.
“The ceasefire shall take effect from 12:00 hours (local time) on 27 December 2025 and will be subject to monitoring and observation over a period of 72 hours to ensure that it is being implemented in good faith,” read a joint statement signed by Thailand and Cambodia’s defence ministers.
The statement emphasised that the ceasefire applies to “all types of weapons, including attacks on civilians, civilian objects and infrastructures, and military objectives of either side, in all cases and all areas.”
“Both sides must avoid unprovoked firing, advancement, or movement of troops toward the other side’s positions or personnel. This agreement must not be violated under any circumstances,” it added.
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Landmine clearance to be prioritised
In addition to halting attacks and returning soldiers after 72 hours of ceasefire observation, the agreement also includes a “genuine” commitment to addressing the issue of landmines.
According to the statement, a clear operational mechanism for mine clearance will be established through the Joint Task Coordinating Task Force on Humanitarian Demining, ensuring that all operations are carried out systematically, safely, and transparently before any subsequent survey and boundary demarcation.
In late July, the Thai Army reported that several soldiers were injured when a landmine exploded in Thailand’s Ubon Ratchathani province near the border, an incident that further escalated the conflict.
Curbing fake news to ease tensions
Phnom Penh and Bangkok have also agreed to refrain from spreading false information or fake news to help de-escalate tensions, reduce negative public sentiment, and create an environment conducive to peaceful dialogue.
“Thailand reaffirms that a ceasefire must come with the political will and detailed discussions by both sides, based on an assessment of the situation on the ground by the military,” the Thai Foreign Ministry said.
The ministry added that it hopes Cambodia’s sincerity will be reflected in concrete actions toward genuine and lasting peace.
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