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2025-12-16 19:56:47
Thai Foreign Ministry Deputy Spokesperson Marathi M. reiterated at a press conference on the Thai-Cambodian border situation on December 16 that "as the invading party, Cambodia must be the first to declare a ceasefire." She stated that in addition to the above conditions, Thailand also demands that the ceasefire "actually occur and be continuously implemented," and that Cambodia must cooperate in clearing landmines with a "serious and sincere attitude." Marathi emphasized that the Prime Minister, Foreign Minister, and Foreign Ministry spokesperson have repeatedly expressed Thailand's position publicly. She also revealed that Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Pongjikul will attend the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Special Meeting on the Thai-Cambodian situation on December 22, and details regarding the participation of other ASEAN countries are being coordinated. According to updated data from the press conference, as of the morning of December 16, this round of Thai-Cambodian conflict has resulted in the deaths of 17 Thai soldiers and 16 Thai civilians, with over 260,000 people displaced. (Xinhua)
