Thai army: No signs of escalation on Cambodia border

2026-03-10 - 12:53

BANGKOK — The Thai army said the situation along the Thai–Cambodian border remains under control and there are no signs of an imminent escalation in tensions. Army spokesman Maj. Gen. Winthai Suvaree said on 10 March that authorities are closely monitoring developments along the border and maintaining troop deployments in key areas. He acknowledged that Thai soldiers in Si Sa Ket province had observed Cambodian troops approaching a barbed-wire fence near the Sam Tae crossing, sometimes filming provocative content. Thai forces had previously warned them, and on 8 March fired warning shots into the air to prevent encroachment and maintain order under rules of engagement. Winthai said the Cambodian soldiers involved appeared to be newly deployed personnel who may lack experience and discipline. In Ubon Ratchathani province’s Chong Bok area, where reports suggested Cambodian troops had dug trenches or built shelters, the spokesman said such activity was a normal military practice to establish defensive positions within their own territory. He added that Thailand has not detected any clear signs that could lead to a major clash. The Thai government continues to address border issues through bilateral mechanisms, including the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC), while maintaining military readiness to ensure security in border areas. The army also confirmed that adjustments to Thai troop numbers in some areas are routine rotations and do not indicate a weakening of security measures. Authorities stressed that the overall situation remains stable but troops have been instructed to remain vigilant.