Earlier this week, during a high-level meeting at the Solidarity Palace, Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, Acting Head of State and President of the Senate, set the stage for a new era of cooperation. Welcoming H.E. Danny Annan, the Danish Ambassador, the discussion wasn’t just about looking back at history; it was about laying the groundwork for a massive expansion in trade, political diplomacy, and regional stability.

As these two nations prepare to celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations, the message to global stakeholders is clear: the untapped potential here is no longer a secret.

Quick Summary: Key Highlights of the Bilateral Briefing

• 60th Anniversary Milestone: 2026 marks six decades of formal ties, with major commemorative activities planned to boost bilateral visibility.
• Economic Expansion: Both nations committed to deepening ties in trade and investment, moving beyond traditional aid toward a robust commercial partnership.
• Geopolitical Stability: Samdech Techo Hun Sen reaffirmed Cambodia’s “peace-first” approach to border relations, specifically regarding Thailand, ensuring a stable environment for investors.
• Sector Focus: High interest remains in green energy, sustainable agriculture, and manufacturing—areas where Danish expertise meets Cambodian growth.

A Diamond Anniversary with Strategic Sparkle

In diplomacy, a 60th anniversary isn’t just a date on a calendar; it’s a “Diamond Jubilee” of sorts that signals maturity and trust. According to AKP, Samdech Techo Hun Sen highlighted that this upcoming milestone serves as a vital pivot point. It is an opportunity to transform decades of friendship into a high-octane economic engine.

Think of the Cambodia-Denmark relationship like a long-standing bridge. For years, it has supported steady foot traffic—diplomatic visits and cultural exchanges. Now, both nations are looking to upgrade that bridge into a multi-lane superhighway capable of carrying heavy industrial and commercial loads.

Breaking Down the Economic Synergy

Ambassador Danny Annan didn’t just bring pleasantries to the Solidarity Palace; he brought a reaffirmation of Denmark’s commitment to “expanding relations.” While political diplomacy remains the bedrock, the real “meat” of the conversation centered on trade and investment.

Denmark is a global leader in sustainability, wind energy, and pharmaceutical logistics. Cambodia, conversely, is one of the fastest-growing economies in the ASEAN bloc, offering a youthful workforce and a strategic gateway to the Mekong region.

Comparison: The Evolution of Cambodia-Denmark Cooperation

Addressing the “Elephant in the Room”: Regional Stability

For any high-level investor in the US or UK, economic potential is meaningless without security. This is where Samdech Techo Hun Sen’s expertise as a seasoned statesman becomes a primary asset.

During the meeting, the Cambodian leader addressed the border situation between Cambodia and Thailand. He was firm: both nations are maintaining a strict ceasefire stance. According to AKP, he reiterated that Cambodia remains committed to resolving all issues through peaceful negotiations.

For the international community, this is a green light. It signals that the government is prioritizing a “business-as-usual” atmosphere, ensuring that geopolitical friction does not disrupt the supply chains or the safety of foreign capital.

Untapped Potential: Why Now?

“The partnership still holds considerable untapped potential,” remarked Samdech Techo Hun Sen. This isn’t just diplomatic fluff. If you look at the current trade volume, there is a significant “value gap” between what is currently exchanged and what could be exchanged if Danish tech were integrated into Cambodian manufacturing.

We are seeing a shift where Cambodia is no longer just a “garment hub.” With Danish investment, there is a path toward:

1. Sustainable Manufacturing: Utilizing Danish “Green Tech” to meet ESG standards required by Western consumers.
2. Agri-Tech: Improving crop yields through European precision farming.
3. Logistics: Modernizing the Sihanoukville and Phnom Penh corridors to facilitate smoother exports to the EU.

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WASHINGTON D.C. / PHNOM PENH – US President Donald Trump has announced that the prime ministers of Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to halt their deadly border fighting, effective tonight.

Trump made the announcement after speaking by phone with both Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, following recent clashes that have killed at least 20 people and displaced half a million civilians.

I. The Claimed Ceasefire and Conditions

Neither the Thai nor the Cambodian Prime Minister has publicly confirmed the immediate halt, but President Trump shared the agreement on his social media platform, Truth Social:

“Both leaders have agreed to CEASE all shooting effective this evening, and go back to the original Peace Accord made with me. Both Countries are ready for PEACE and continued Trade with the United States of America.”

However, earlier today, Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul told reporters that a ceasefire would only happen if Cambodia met specific conditions: “Cambodia will cease fire, withdraw its troops, remove all landmines it has planted.” This suggests the situation remains tense despite the US announcement.

II. A Long and Deadly Dispute

The border dispute between the two Southeast Asian neighbours is more than a century old, dating back to when the borders were first drawn after the French occupation of Cambodia.

• Escalation: The recent violence escalated dramatically on July 24, when Cambodia launched rockets into Thailand, which responded with air strikes.
• Previous Truce: Days later, they agreed to an “immediate and unconditional ceasefire,” which was brokered by President Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
• Renewed Violence: Tensions have since rebuilt, and the violence this week expanded, affecting at least six provinces in north-eastern Thailand and five provinces in Cambodia’s north and north-west.

The international community is now waiting for confirmation from the Thai and Cambodian governments regarding the immediate halt to the fighting.

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PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet has issued a strong challenge to Thailand, demanding that it demonstrate its claim as a peace-loving nation by immediately ceasing military threats and resolving all border issues through agreed-upon peaceful mechanisms.

In a social media post this evening, Samdech Thipadei addressed the severe contradiction between Thailand’s public statements and recent military action.

Contradiction: Military Threat vs. Peaceful Declarations

The Prime Minister noted that Thai leaders have consistently declared through international media and forums that Thailand is a peace-loving country that respects international law.

“Therefore, it is truly shocking to see the news published on Dec. 8, 2025, that Thailand’s 1st Army Area has announced it will use force to reclaim what it calls Thailand’s sovereign territory,” Samdech Thipadei stated.

This threat reportedly includes firing artillery and mobilizing troops into populated areas like Prey Chan and Chouk Chey villages, and several other locations along the Banteay Meanchey border.

Adherence to Peaceful Mechanisms

Prime Minister Hun Manet firmly stressed that if Thailand is sincere about its commitments, it must immediately return to diplomatic solutions:

• Avoid Force: He warned that using military force to attack civilian villages under the pretext of reclaiming sovereignty is fundamentally incompatible with respecting international law.
• Use JBC: “If Thailand truly loves peace… the Thai government and military should adhere to peaceful settlement of border issues, using agreed mechanisms and currently being implemented by both sides,” he stressed.

Cambodia maintains its unwavering principle of respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of its neighbors, but will not allow any country to violate its own.

Successful Border Demarcation Underway

To underscore the viability of peaceful resolution, the Prime Minister highlighted the ongoing success of the Cambodia–Thailand Joint Boundary Commission (JBC).

The JBC’s work, which is based on legitimate documents from the French colonial era (notably the Procès Verbaux from 1908–1909 and 1919–1920), has seen recent productive cooperation:

• Progress: Joint survey teams recently agreed to deploy to emplace temporary markers along segments between Boundary Pillars No. 42–47 (Banteay Meanchey) and No. 52–59 (Battambang).
• Completion: Work between Pillars No. 52–59 is almost 100 percent complete, and progress on the disputed 42–47 segment has been progressing well in accordance with treaties.

Samdech Thipadei concluded that the 1st Army Area’s declaration to use military force in the area of Pillars No. 42–47 is “totally contrary to the spirit of a peaceful border settlement through demarcation in accordance with international laws.”

“I sincerely hope that the Thai side… will continue to use peaceful and lawful means… Whatever the results of the survey may be, Cambodia will respect them. I hope that Thailand will have the sincerity to do the same.”

READ MORE:

• Top Priority: PM Hun Manet Outlines Two Major Tasks in Response to Thai Attacks
• Humanitarian Impact: Cambodia Closes 377 Schools as Border Hostilities Escalate

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KANDAL PROVINCE, Cambodia – His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia, disembarked this evening from a special aircraft upon his arrival at the Techo International Airport (TIA) in Kandal province.

His Majesty the King returned to the Kingdom following an official visit to Paris, France, where he attended a distinguished event hosted by the prestigious French Academy of Sciences.

Recognition by the French Academy of Overseas Sciences

During his trip to Paris, His Majesty the King received high international recognition. He was formally admitted as an Associate Member of the Academy of Overseas Sciences (Académie des Sciences d’Outre-Mer).

The King’s participation in the official event and his admittance as an Associate Member further strengthens the deep historical and cultural ties between Cambodia and France.

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PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – The Ministry of National Defence (MND) today released an urgent statement detailing a serious cross-border security incident along the Cambodia-Thailand border.

Her Excellency Lieutenant General Maly Socheata, Under Secretary of State and Spokeswoman for the Ministry of National Defence, confirmed the situation, emphasizing Cambodia’s commitment to de-escalation.

I. Timeline of the Cross-Border Attack

Thai Military Forces Open Fire

At approximately 02:15 PM (local time) today, Thai military forces initiated an attack against Cambodian border positions. The incident occurred in the Prorlean Thmar area of Choam Kshant District, Preah Vihear Province.

• Weapons Used: The Ministry confirmed that the Thai forces employed various weapons, including handguns, machine guns (B40), and 60mm mortars.

Cambodian forces immediately contacted the Thai side, urging them to cease the firing instantly. The Thai military forces subsequently stopped firing at 02:32 PM.

II. Cambodia’s Response: Non-Retaliation and Diplomatic Action

Maintaining Ceasefire and Vigilance

The Ministry of National Defence stressed that Cambodian forces did not retaliate at all during the incident, upholding the established ceasefire protocols. Cambodian troops are currently maintaining maximum caution and vigilance while closely monitoring the sensitive border situation.

To ensure transparency and accountability, Cambodia has launched immediate diplomatic and legal steps:

• ASEAN Notification: Cambodia has already informed the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) about the incident.
• Request for Investigation: The Cambodian government plans to formally request the AOT to conduct a full and transparent investigation into the matter.

III. Reaffirming Commitment to International Law

Peaceful Resolution is the Only Path

On this occasion, Cambodia firmly reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to peaceful resolution and existing international agreements, stressing the importance of border security protocols.

“Cambodia reaffirms its firm commitment to respecting and implementing all conditions of the ceasefire and the Joint Declaration between Cambodia and Thailand, with goodwill and the highest sense of responsibility,” stated Lt. Gen. Socheata.

Cambodia stressed that it firmly adheres to resolving all disputes through peaceful means—in accordance with international law, existing treaties, conventions, and agreements. The nation reiterates its stance against resorting to acts of aggression or the use of force, seeking instead a solution that is just, fair, and long-lasting under international law.

The public and media are advised to stay informed through official government statements from the Ministry of National Defence.

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According to Senate Spokesperson H.E. Chea Thyrith, the meeting was held in a very friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

Appreciation for Strong Ties

Samdech Techo Hun Sen expressed his gratitude to the Ambassador for his significant work during his time in Cambodia. He emphasized that the Ambassador’s efforts had successfully strengthened the relationship between Cambodia and Austria.

For his part, Ambassador Donko highlighted the strong and growing ties between the two nations. He praised Cambodia’s remarkable progress in recent years, including the fast growth of modern buildings and infrastructure.

The Ambassador also highlighted Austria’s key areas of cooperation with Cambodia, such as demining (clearing landmines) and supporting the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC), which is the Khmer Rouge Tribunal.

Focus on Future Trade and Investment

The Ambassador expressed his hope that trade between the two countries would continue to grow. He announced that Austrian investors are planning to visit Cambodia next month to look for new business opportunities.

Samdech Techo Hun Sen thanked Austria for its continued support in vital areas like demining and judicial cooperation. He encouraged both countries to further improve their economic, trade, and investment relations. He also expressed interest in deepening political cooperation, particularly between the two countries’ foreign ministries.

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This afternoon, Prime Minister Hun Manet had a phone chat with Anwar Ibrahim, who is Malaysia’s Prime Minister and also the current ASEAN Chair for 2025.

PM Hun Manet went straight to social media to share what they talked about: “I had a telephone discussion with His Excellency Anwar Ibrahim… We talked about continuing to find a peaceful way to solve the Cambodia–Thailand border conflict. I gave a huge thanks to His Excellency Anwar for continuing to play a key and active role in helping us find a peaceful solution between Cambodia and Thailand.”

The PM was super clear about Cambodia’s stance, too: we’re still totally committed to fixing the border issues without fighting. We’re going to use the official channels and agreements that are already in place, especially the spirit of the Kuala Lumpur Joint Declaration (from October 26, 2025). The goal is to end the conflict and build peace.

Why the Urgent Call?

This call comes right after that terrible incident on November 12th, when Thai military forces shot at innocent Cambodian civilians in a village near the border. Sadly, that shooting killed one person and injured three others.

Cambodia is absolutely furious and strongly condemns this “inhumane and brutal act.” The PM stressed that this shooting is a clear violation of a bunch of big rules: Cambodia’s sovereignty, international law, the UN Charter, and the ASEAN Charter. Crucially, it violates that same Kuala Lumpur Joint Declaration that the PMs of Cambodia and Thailand signed, which even had President Donald Trump and PM Anwar Ibrahim there as witnesses!

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In his capacity as a party member, Mr. Hun Many extended his gratitude to all members for their dedicated efforts in implementing the government’s political agenda, particularly in leading, managing, and developing the public function sector and public administration reform.

He then detailed the Royal Government’s ongoing work to resolve the Cambodia-Thailand border situation, emphasizing that the government’s approach relies on the foundations of diplomacy and international law. This strategy, he noted, aligns with the principle articulated by Samdech Thipadei Prime Minister Hun Manet: “Calm, but not silent” («ស្ងប់ស្ងាត់ តែមិននៅស្ងៀម»).

The Deputy Prime Minister encouraged all members to maintain their trust in the CPP leadership under Samdech Techo Hun Sen. He called upon the members to continue upholding the spirit of patriotism and national pride and to support all measures taken by the Royal Government, led by Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, and the Cambodian frontline forces. He affirmed that these forces are highly capable and responsible for resolving the Cambodia-Thailand border issue, moving towards normalization and achieving full peace.

READ MORE: PM Hun Manet: Cambodia is ‘Quiet, Not Silent’ in Pursuit of Thailand Peace Deal

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