The Australian Government remains deeply concerned about ongoing military clashes between Cambodia and Thailand, including the rapid escalation in the scale and intensity of the conflict, the use of heavy destructive weapons and the growing humanitarian impact the fighting is having on both sides.
We express our condolences to those who have lost family and loved ones, and ask that both sides ensure the protection of civilians, civilian infrastructure and cultural heritage.
We urge both sides to abide strictly with their obligations under international law, de-escalate tensions, take fast and effective steps to cease hostilities, including through the implementation of the Kuala Lumpur Joint Declaration.
We strongly encourage both sides to engage in good faith in negotiations during the General Border Committee Meeting to achieve a lasting and peaceful resolution.
We welcome ongoing efforts by ASEAN, Malaysia and the United States to support an end to the conflict.
