(Kandal): Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet raised concerns about the lack of clarity and inconsistency between the Thai prime minister and the Thai military regarding the closure and reopening of border checkpoints with Cambodia.

Samdech Thipadei noted that at times the border was completely closed, only to be reopened in certain areas. However, the reopened checkpoints permitted only limited movement, barring general public crossing, while Thailand shifted the blame to Cambodia for initiating the closure.

The premier spoke on Thursday (Jun. 26) at the graduation ceremony at the Police Academy of Cambodia in Kandal Province.

The premier explained that on 24 June 2025, the Thai prime minister publicly announced a full border closure with Cambodia, citing the United Nations reports alleging that Cambodia was a hub for online criminal activity. Exceptions were made only for students and critically ill patients. Thai military forces began implementing the closure on that same day.

Yet, later in the evening, the spokesperson for Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs came forward stating that Thailand had not officially closed its borders. Then, on the morning of 25 June, Thai military personnel reopened some border gates for the purpose of taking photos, though the restrictions on cross-border travel remained in effect.

“Cambodia does not play such covert games. If we act, we take responsibility. We already made our stance clear. If you (Thailand) close the border, we will close it indefinitely until you officially reopen it. If we continue to react to your inconsistent moves, then we will never know when this will end,” the premier underscored.

Samdech Thipadei reaffirmed that he is currently awaiting individuals in Thailand who will hold genuine power and adopt a clear and consistent stance, with whom Cambodia can reliably engage in good faith, in order to seek joint solutions that benefit both nations and their peoples.
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