Cambodia Rejects Thailand's Unilateral Border Map

Cambodia Rejects Thai Map at Border Demarcation Talks Phnom Penh, Cambodia – The sixth meeting of the Cambodian-Thai Joint Commission on Demarcation for Land Boundary (JBC) concluded on June 15, 2025, with a significant disagreement over border maps. Cambodia firmly rejected a map presented by Thailand, stating it was unilaterally drawn and not in accordance with previous agreements. The meeting, held in Phnom Penh, saw representatives from both countries engaged in discussions aimed at resolving outstanding border demarcation issues. "Cambodia will not accept a map created unilaterally by Thailand," stated a Cambodian official involved in the talks, speaking on condition of anonymity. "We will continue to adhere to the 1:200,000 scale map agreed upon in the 1904 and 1907 Franco-Siamese treaties." The disagreement centers on the interpretation and application of historical treaties in determining the precise border delineation. Both sides presented their respective maps and arguments, highlighting the complexity of the issue. The JBC meeting addressed four key points, including reviewing previous meeting reports, discussing amendments to existing ToR documents, and planning joint surveys to physically mark the border. Despite the disagreement, both sides expressed commitment to continued dialogue and cooperation through the JBC mechanism to resolve the border issues amicably. The use of the agreed-upon historical maps and the commitment to further collaboration offer a path towards a peaceful resolution.