Background
On 6 June 2026 at 09:25 AM the Cambodian Liaison Group (CLG) facilitated the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT), led by the Head of Mission from the Philippines, to observe, verify, and report on the border situation in C1 area, Thma Da Commune, Veal Veng District, Pursat Province.
The Royal Government of Cambodia reaffirmed its commitment to implement the Joint Statement of the Third Special Meeting of the Cambodia–Thailand General Border Committee dated 27 December 2025 and the Joint Declaration on the Peace Agreement dated 26 October 2025.
The observation activity was described as a verification measure intended to review compliance with the measures set out in the joint statement issued after the ceasefire. The Ministry of National Defence stated that Cambodia supports the AOT role and called for strengthening the team’s mandate to ensure full and effective implementation of agreed measures between Cambodia and Thailand.
Key Developments
The Ministry of National Defence issued a press release reporting the CLG-led facilitation of the AOT visit to C1 on 6 June 2026 and identified the mission head as the Philippines’ representative. The announcement confirmed on-site observation, verification and reporting as the activities undertaken by the observer team at the specified border location.
Institutional Role
The Cambodian Liaison Group acted as the coordinating body to provide access and logistical facilitation for the ASEAN Observer Team at the border site. The Ministry publicly stated support for the ASEAN Observer Team and urged reinforcement of its mandate to verify ceasefire compliance and the implementation of bilateral agreements between Cambodia and Thailand.
Compliance Implications
The government framed the on-site verification as part of a transparency and accountability process linked to the 2025 bilateral commitments, with the stated goal of helping restore normalcy, peace, stability, and safety for residents along the border. The press release emphasised Cambodia’s pledge to respect and implement the cited joint statements and declarations in full.
