Phnom penh: The Spokesperson of the Royal Government of Cambodia issued a press statement reaffirming Cambodia's steadfast commitment to the full implementation of the Joint Statement on the Kuala Lumpur Peace Agreement. The statement also calls upon Thailand to fully respect and adhere to the same.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the Royal Government Spokesperson emphasized that since the signing of the Joint Declaration between Cambodia and Thailand in Kuala Lumpur on October 26, 2025, Cambodia has been diligently respecting and implementing all agreed points. The signing was witnessed by U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister, H.E. Anwar Ibrahim, in his capacity as the ASEAN rotating Chair.
Immediately following the signing of the Joint Declaration, Cambodia and Thailand began implementing agreements regarding the partial removal of heavy and destructive weapons from border areas. This symbolic demonstration took place on the night of October 26, 2025, under the observation of the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT). Both parties subsequently agreed to withdraw heavy and destructive weapons in specific phases starting from November 1, 2025.
The spokesperson noted that both countries are also working on issues like combating transnational crimes, including cybercrime, human trafficking, and humanitarian demining. The Cambodian side has been actively working to maintain peace between the two countries and within the ASEAN region. The Cambodian leadership has exercised restraint to create an environment conducive to the effective implementation of the Joint Declaration.
However, the spokesperson has observed that recent remarks by high-ranking Thai officials, both civilian and military, are not in line with the spirit and terms of the Kuala Lumpur Joint Declaration. Specifically, Thai officials have used the agreed points as conditions for the release of 18 Cambodian soldiers captured by the Thai military. They have also threatened military action over the Ta Krabei Temple, escalating tensions and raising concerns over mutual trust.
The spokesperson highlighted that these assertions contradict Point 4 of the Joint Declaration, which calls for refraining from disseminating false information and promoting peaceful dialogue. Additionally, as of November 5, 2025, Thailand has not released the 18 Cambodian soldiers, which contradicts the spirit of the Joint Declaration that calls for the prompt release of prisoners of war as a demonstration of mutual confidence and trust.
The Royal Government Spokesperson urges Thailand to respect and implement all terms of the Kuala Lumpur Joint Declaration without engaging in provocative statements. Cambodia also urges Thailand to cease imposing conditions inconsistent with the Joint Declaration and previous agreements. The spokesperson emphasized the importance of both parties implementing the Joint Declaration sincerely and in good faith for the mutual benefit of both countries.