Cambodia closes border with Thailand in a retaliatory move following the shutdown of the Saitaku trade checkpoint by Thai military authorities. The escalating diplomatic tension, led by Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, marks a sharp shift in regional cooperation.
🔴 Why Cambodia Closed the Border with Thailand
On June 22, 2025, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet announced that Cambodia closes border with Thailand at two critical checkpoints: Jub Koky and Chong Chuem. This came after the Thai side abruptly closed the Saitaku trade gate in Buriram without bilateral coordination.
🔁 Thai Military Action Triggers Backlash
Since June 7, Thailand has made one-sided decisions regarding the border operation hours and access points. Cambodia claims these actions disrupted local trade and harmed communities on both sides.
🕊️ Hun Manet’s Response and Clear Demands
Hun Manet emphasized that if Thailand reopens the Saitaku checkpoint as it operated before June 7, Cambodia will reopen its borders within five hours—no negotiation needed.
📍Affected Areas and Communities
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Thai side: Buriram, Sisaket
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Cambodian side: Oddar Meanchey (Anlong Veng, Banteay Ampil)
Both local economies heavily rely on cross-border trade, labor, and transport.
The fact that Cambodia closes border with Thailand reflects deeper issues of military-civilian coordination and regional diplomacy. Unless Thailand addresses these concerns, a longer-lasting shutdown could disrupt not only trade but trust between two neighbors.
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