Thailand Rejects International Mediation in Cambodia Border Dispute, Favors Bilateral Talks

Thailand's Stance on Border Dispute

• 🇹🇭 Thailand maintains that international mediation is not currently needed for the border dispute with Cambodia.
• 💡 The preferred approach is to utilize existing bilateral mechanisms for resolution.
• ⏳ Thailand desires a swift end to the conflict but emphasizes that the cessation of violence by Cambodia is a prerequisite.

International Reactions and Offers

• 🌍 Several allies and friends, including the United States and China, have contacted Thailand expressing concern.
• 🤝 These countries have offered to facilitate dialogue if deemed necessary by Thailand.
• 🗣️ Despite these offers, Thailand reiterates its preference for direct, bilateral discussions.

Call for Peaceful Resolution

• 🙏 The spokesperson expresses faith in peaceful resolution and Thailand's commitment to it.
• 🤝 A call is made to Cambodia to match Thailand's faith in peaceful means to end the violence.