BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to conduct a joint survey and install temporary boundary markers in the Ban Nong Chan – Nong Na Kaew area on November 27, following discussions between the Prime Minister of Thailand and the Prime Minister of Cambodia.
Benjamin Sukanjanajtee, Director-General of the Department of Treaties and Legal Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that the two countries reached a mutual understanding to expedite the survey process. Cambodia is currently reviewing the draft technical guidelines, while Thailand has already submitted its draft and is awaiting Cambodia’s response, expected by November 14, 2025.
Once the technical framework is confirmed, the joint survey team will proceed with the installation of temporary boundary reference markers. The initial plan is to begin with Boundary Posts 42–43, followed by Posts 46–47, and then Posts 43–46. After the work is completed, the results will be submitted to both governments for consideration and to determine the appropriate mechanism for resolving land management matters along the border in the future.
The Director-General reiterated that the installation of temporary boundary markers is solely for survey purposes and does not affect the territorial rights of either Thailand or Cambodia under international law. He added that the two sides have agreed to hold another meeting of the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) in early January 2026 to monitor progress and outline further actions. (NNT)
