{
  "id": 10139902,
  "title": "Cambodia Calls for Fair, Lasting Resolution to Border Dispute With Thailand at UN",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/cambodia-calls-for-fair-lasting-resolution-to-border-dispute-with",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-27T05:00:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tempo.co English",
    "slug": "tempo-co-english",
    "url": "https://en.tempo.co/read/2120402/cambodia-calls-for-fair-lasting-resolution-to-border-dispute-with-thailand-at-un"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Cambodia urges a just and enduring solution to its border conflict with Thailand, stressing the necessity of upholding state sovereignty, said Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn. During his remarks at the 81st UN General Assembly session on September 26, 2026, Prak highlighted how escalating tensions between the two nations have severely undermined trust and confidence. He urged the complete adherence to the agreements previously reached and the prompt resumption of joint border surveys and demarcation efforts through the Joint Border Commission. Prak noted that more than 20,000 Cambodian citizens are still barred from returning home and pressed for advancements in settling outstanding border disputes. In the maritime dispute, Cambodia initiated a compulsory conciliation process under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), following Thailand's termination of the 2001 memorandum. Prak asserted that both nations stand to gain from a fair and lasting resolution, emphasizing that Phnom Penh maintains relations with Bangkok on the principles of peace, cooperation, and mutual respect. Prak reiterated that the UN Charter does not differentiate between powerful and less powerful states, stating that all member nations are equal before the Charter. He stressed the importance of respecting international law and resolving disputes through peaceful means.",
  "summary": "Cambodia calls for a fair and lasting resolution to its border dispute with Thailand and urges the resumption of border demarcation talks.",
  "key_points": [
    "Cambodia seeks fair, lasting resolution to border dispute with Thailand.",
    "UN Secretary-General urged adherence to prior agreements and resumed joint surveys.",
    "Cambodia initiated compulsory conciliation process under UNCLOS over maritime dispute."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Cambodia's appeal for a fair and lasting border resolution with Thailand at the UN underscores its commitment to upholding sovereignty and international law, while seeking to restore trust and facilitate the return of its citizens.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}