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UPI
3 days ago
- Politics
- UPI
At least 16 killed as Thailand-Cambodia border clash continues
At least 16 people have now been killed in a clash between Thailand and Cambodia's militaries along a disputed border region, which entered its second day Friday. Photo by Kaikungwon Duanjumroon/EPA-EFE July 25 (UPI) -- At least 16 people have now been killed in a clash between Thailand and Cambodia's militaries along a disputed border region, which entered its second day Friday. Over 135,000 civilians have been evacuated from the region, officials from both countries said on Friday. Tensions boiled over Thursday along the 508-mile border shared between the two countries with Thai and Cambodian forces accusing the other of starting the back-and-forth attacks that left at least three civilians dead. The clashes initially started around the Prasat Ta Muen Thom, an ancient Hindu temple that both sides claim as their own. The two sides briefly agreed to a ceasefire late Thursday brokered by Malaysian Anwar Ibrahim, the Phnom Penh Post reported. Thailand abandoned the pact an hour later. Fighting continued Friday with Thai officials confirming to CNN they fired artillery shots early in the morning. Cambodian officials confirmed heavy rocket fire in two locations along the border. Authorities encouraged civilians to avoid the conflict areas, in Thailand's Ubon Ratchathani and Surin provinces in the northeastern part of the country, according to the Royal Thai Army. Thai officials confirmed Friday one soldier and 14 civilians have so far been killed, while Cambodian have confirmed the death of one civilian. The Royal Thai Army on Friday clarified its use of cluster munitions, which are banned under international law. The multiple impact weapons are prohibited under the U.N. Convention on Cluster Munitions. "The Royal Thai Army will consider its (cluster munitions) use as necessary against military targets to enhance target destruction capabilities," Royal Thai Army Maj. Gen. Winthai Suvaree said on X. "Regarding the Convention on Cluster Munition (CCM), which prohibits parties from using, producing or stockpiling this type of weapon, it is not binding on Thailand, as Thailand is not party to that convention, similar to many other countries, such as the United States, Russia, and others."
The Sun
5 days ago
- The Sun
Malaysians caught smuggling cannabis from Cambodia to UK
PHNOM PENH: Six Malaysians were arrested for attempting to smuggle about 62 kilogrammes of dried cannabis from Cambodia to the United Kingdom (UK). The Phnom Penh Post newspaper on Wednesday reported that the six were detained at the Phnom Penh International Airport on July 16 by anti-narcotics officers from the country's Anti-Drug Department and with the assistance of customs and airport authorities. Phnom Penh Municipal Court's Prosecutor's Office spokesperson said the cannabis was hidden in four suitcases belonging to the suspects, who were planning to fly via Hong Kong to London, reported the paper. 'After reviewing the case file, the prosecutor charged the six suspects with the illegal transportation of drugs, committed at the departure terminal of the airport,' said the spokesperson, added the newspaper report. They will be charged under Article 40 of the Law on Drug Control, which carries a prison sentence ranging from two to 20 years. - Bernama
Barnama
5 days ago
- Barnama
Malaysians Attempting To Smuggle Cannabis From Cambodia To UK Detained
PHNOM PENH, July 23 (Bernama) -- Six Malaysians were arrested for attempting to smuggle about 62 kilogrammes of dried cannabis from Cambodia to the United Kingdom (UK). The Phnom Penh Post newspaper on Wednesday reported that the six were detained at the Phnom Penh International Airport on July 16 by anti-narcotics officers from the country's Anti-Drug Department and with the assistance of customs and airport authorities. Phnom Penh Municipal Court's Prosecutor's Office spokesperson said the cannabis was hidden in four suitcases belonging to the suspects, who were planning to fly via Hong Kong to London, reported the paper.
The Star
7 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Hun Sen calls Thaksin out, reveals historic role in Thai politics
Hun Sen (above) said former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra called Cambodia's leader "immoral" a few days ago. -- PHOTO: AFP PHNOM PENH (Phnom Penh Post/ANN): Hun Sen said he is not interested in speaking with former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, after the latter told Thai media that he has stopped communicating with the former Cambodian premier. 'I want to tell Thaksin that it should be me who should not want to talk to you, ever since your daughter was arrogant and looked down on me. "Moreover, I have no interest in speaking with someone who has been convicted and is preparing to face additional charges. So, do not think too highly of yourself – talking to you only brings me trouble!' Hun Sen wrote in a Facebook post on July 20. On July 19, Thaksin declared that he was determined to stop communicating with Hun Sen, citing fears of his conversations being secretly recorded. He also urged the Thai authorities to complain to the UN regarding a landmine explosion that injured Thai soldiers earlier that week, according to Thai media outlet Khaosod English. 'From my observation, since Thaksin became involved in Thai politics, Thailand has been in great turmoil, starting before the 2006 coup. "I also do not want to bring up the severe insults you directed at the Thai monarchy – those words were too vile for me to repeat, as they would only tarnish the dignity of the Thai King. But you acknowledge that they are true,' Hun Sen added. He added that a few days ago, Thaksin called Cambodia's leader 'immoral', an insult as grave as the one made by Thaksin's daughter, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who referred to the Cambodian leadership as 'unprofessional', sparking anger among the Cambodian public. 'I want to ask you if I lack morality, why did you rely on me for 19 years, from 2006 to 2025, constantly listening to my advice and even calling me 'Leader Number One'? Do you remember the formation of the Pheu Thai Party to contest the 2011 elections? "Apart from some ideas, there was a theory: 'Thaksin thinks, Pheu Thai acts'. That was my theory, Hun Sen's theory, which I shouldn't have to remind you of,' he added. He also revealed that Thaksin was the mastermind behind the Pheu Thai Party and that the betrayal of the Bhumjaithai Party was Thaksin's idea, not that of his daughter, who is currently suspended from her role as Thai prime minister. -- THE PHNOM PENH POST/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
The Star
19-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Cambodian government waives fines for expired tourism licenses
International guests visit the temples of the Angkor Archaeological Park, earlier this month. -- APSARA National Authority PHNOM PENH (Phnom Penh Post/ANN): The Cambodian government has announced a relief measure for the tourism industry. It will waive provisional fines for expired tourism licenses of all types, with the exception of tour guide licenses. The waiver was announced in a July 17 notice from the Ministry of Tourism. It took effect from the date of the notice and will remain in place until September 30. Approved by Prime Minister Hun Manet, the exemption aims to support tourism businesses during the 'green season' and alleviate compliance burdens. The ministry urged all affected businesses to reapply for license renewals at the ministry or their respective provincial tourism departments. 'All types of tourism businesses with expired Tourism Licenses should reapply for a renewal of their Tourism Licenses at the Ministry of Tourism or the provincial Tourism Department. For more information, please contact 1221 during business hours,' said the announcement. - Phnom Penh Post/ANN
