Deputy Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs discusses with the Ambassador for Mekong Cooperation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan

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On 28 August 2025, Mrs. Sirilak Niyom, Deputy Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs, welcomed and discussed with H.E. Mr. Suzuki Hideo, Ambassador for Mekong Cooperation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, on the latest developments of the Thai - Cambodian border situation.

The Deputy Permanent Secretary informed the Ambassador of the facts regarding the Thai - Cambodian border situation and reiterated Thailand’s commitment to the ceasefire agreement, as well as to resolving the current situation by peaceful means, through bilateral mechanisms. The Ambassador reiterated Japan’s request for the reopening of the border, which the Deputy Permanent Secretary stressed Thailand’s ongoing security concerns, especially for the safety of both people and goods, as landmines illegally planted by the Cambodian side are still being detected, causing severe injuries and permanent disabilities for at least 6 Thai army personnel.

Given Japan’s key role in international demining efforts, as well as its capacity as President of the 22nd Meeting of States Parties to the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (APMBC) this year, Thailand therefore requested Japan’s support in pushing Cambodia to cooperate with Thailand in demining along the Thai - Cambodian border areas, which Japan expressed its full support.

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