AKP Phnom Penh, August 01, 2025 --

Secretary-General of the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF), H.E. Ms. Louise Mushikiwabo, has reiterated the importance of respecting international law and called on Cambodia and Thailand to adhere to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) decisions of 1962 and 2013 regarding their long-standing border dispute.

In a statement dated July 30, H.E. Ms. Mushikiwabo welcomed the agreement reached between Cambodia and Thailand for an "immediate and unconditional" ceasefire and urged both sides to continue working toward a peaceful resolution.

“We congratulate all stakeholders for their swift resumption of dialogue, a reflection of their commitment to peace and the spirit of cooperation essential for regional stability,” she stated.

The Secretary-General further called on both nations to fully implement the ceasefire agreement, which she described as a crucial step toward achieving sustainable peace in the region.

H.E. Ms. Mushikiwabo also expressed her solidarity with Cambodia, which is set to host the 20th Summit of La Francophonie in 2026, underscoring the Kingdom’s role in promoting peace and cooperation within the Francophone community.

The International Organisation of La Francophonie is composed of 93 member states and governments, including 56 full members, 5 associate members, and 32 observers.

Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet and OIF Secretary General H.E. Ms. Louise Mushikiwabo, during their meeting in Paris, France, on January 15, 2024.

By C. Nika