Singapore Urges Restraint as Cambodia-Thailand Border Row Escalates
THAILAND-CAMBODIA BORDER NEAR PREAH VIHEAR TEMPLE, JUL 24 – China urges diplomatic resolution after a serious border clash near Preah Vihear temple involving gunfire and injuries, highlighting longstanding territorial disputes and regional tensions.
- On July 24, military forces of Cambodia and Thailand clashed along their border, causing at least 12 deaths in a deadly escalation of a long-running dispute.
- This conflict stems from a century-old disagreement over territories in the Emerald Triangle region where the borders of Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos meet.
- Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs called for restraint and urged both countries to cease hostilities and resolve tensions through diplomatic means to protect civilians.
- The U.S. State Department called for an urgent halt to the fighting and emphasized the need for diplomatic engagement to de-escalate tensions, while China urged restraint and calming of the situation during discussions at the United Nations.
- Singapore advised its citizens to defer travel near the border, register with MFA, stay vigilant, and seek consular help if needed, reflecting broader international concern over regional stability.
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Malaysians in Cambodia urged to avoid Thai-Cambodia border as tensions escalate
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians in Cambodia are advised to avoid non-essential travel to Preah Vihear and Oddar Meanchey provinces until further notice, due to heightened tensions along the Cambodia-Thailand border. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
U.S. Calls for Immediate Peace in Thailand-Cambodia Tensions
U.S. Calls for Immediate Peace in Thailand-Cambodia Tensions The U.S. State Department has issued a strong plea for the immediate cessation of hostilities between Thailand and Cambodia. On Thursday, spokesperson Tommy Pigott highlighted the critical need for peace, urging both countries to engage in diplomatic talks to resolve their differences.The conflict, which has raised international concerns, prompted the U.S. to step in and advocate for a…
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