AKP Phnom Penh, December 09, 2025 --  

The UN Secretary-General H.E. António Guterres has expressed his concerns with reports of renewed armed clashes between Cambodia and Thailand, particularly the reported air strikes and mobilisation of heavy equipment in the border area.

He urged both parties to exercise restraint and avoid further escalation, according to a UN’s press release on Dec. 8.

The border dispute between Cambodia and Thailand has already resulted in significant civilian casualties, damage to civilian infrastructure, and displacement on both sides of the border, he said.

The Secretary-General reiterated his call to the parties to return to the framework of the Joint Declaration signed in Kuala Lumpur on Oct. 26, 2025, recommit to the ceasefire and implement de-escalation and confidence-building measures.  

He also asked both parties to make full use of all mechanisms for dialogue to find a lasting solution to the dispute through peaceful means, read the press release.

“The United Nations stands ready to support all efforts aimed at promoting peace, stability and development in the region,” he stressed.
 
By Phal Sophanith