Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict 2025-2026: 7 Paths to Durable Peace
Explore the 7 key strategies for peace following the Cambodia-Thailand border conflict 2025-2026, featuring ASEAN mediation and economic cooperation.
The hands are shaken, but the tension remains. The Cambodia-Thailand border conflict 2025-2026 has emerged as a primary threat to regional stability. While a ceasefire's in place, experts warn that long-term peace requires more than just stopping the bullets—it needs a deep dive into social and economic integration.
Analyzing the Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict 2025 Impact
The violence that flared up in July and December 2025 wasn't just a minor skirmish. It displaced nearly 1 million people and caused extensive damage to schools and cultural sites, including the Preah Vihear temple. According to reports, Thailand faced trade losses totaling $3.1 billion by the year's end.
Domestic politics and nationalist rhetoric fueled the fire. Both governments were under pressure to look strong, making diplomacy difficult. Now, ASEAN is being called upon to move from a reactive stance to a proactive mediator role.
The Seven-Pillar Strategy for Regional Stability
Scholars like Dr. In Sokhuon suggest that the way forward involves technical rather than political solutions. Using satellite imagery and international legal advice from the ICJ can help resolve land disputes without triggering nationalist emotions.
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