AKP Phnom Penh, December 08, 2025 --

Cambodia’s National Assembly on Monday issued a forceful condemnation of Thailand, accusing it of “aggressive acts” that violate Cambodian sovereignty and territorial integrity. 

The statement expressed “deep sorrow” over civilian casualties and significant damage from recent cross-border incidents.

In a resolution adopted Dec. 8, the legislature “unequivocally and emphatically condemns” attacks it alleges were carried out by Thailand on Dec. 7-8. It stated that Thai F-16 fighter jets, heavy artillery, and toxic smoke targeted areas in Preah Vihear, Banteay Meanchey, and Oddar Meanchey provinces, resulting in civilian deaths, injuries, and widespread destruction of property.

The Assembly declared these actions a serious breach of the Cambodia-Thailand Joint Declaration on Peace Deal, signed Oct. 26, 2025, and witnessed by U.S. President Donald Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim as ASEAN Chair. It asserted that the alleged attacks not only undermine the bilateral pact but also threaten stability in the Mekong subregion and ASEAN, violating the ASEAN Charter, the UN Charter, and international law.

The statement emphasised that Cambodia has exercised “maximum restraint” and remains committed to peaceful dispute resolution, refusing to retaliate with force. It called on Thailand to immediately cease hostilities, fully respect the peace agreement, and uphold its international obligations.

Cambodia’s legislature further urged the international community, particularly ASEAN, to condemn Thailand’s actions and hold it accountable. It reaffirmed full support for the Senate President Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, and the Royal Government of Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, described as a “founding architect of peace,” in implementing ceasefire agreements.

Finally, the Assembly appealed for national unity and resilience among all Cambodians in the face of what it termed foreign aggression.

By K. Rithy Reak