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Royal Thai Army Clarifies Measures on Thai-Cambodian Border Crossings

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The Royal Thai Army has released a statement clarifying its measures to control border crossings with Cambodia. The army's spokesman, Major General Winthai Suvari, assured that the measures do not restrict the export of agricultural products, which has been a point of contention between the two countries. Instead, the backlog of products is attributed to the Cambodian government's restrictions on imports. The army chief, General Pana Klaewplodtook, has ordered the relaxation of measures to allow humanitarian activities, such as sending students and sick individuals to Thailand for education and medical treatment.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Royal Thai Army has clarified that its measures to control border crossings with Cambodia do not restrict the export of agricultural products.
  • The backlog of agricultural products is attributed to the Cambodian government's restrictions on imports, not the Thai measures.
  • The army chief has ordered the relaxation of measures to allow humanitarian activities, such as sending students and sick individuals to Thailand for education and medical treatment.
  • Thais traveling abroad will only be considered for permission if they have basic needs, such as medical treatment or education, and are not traveling for recreational purposes, such as gambling.
  • Employees of gambling dens, casinos, and entertainment venues are prohibited from leaving Thailand to limit border crossings and prevent illegal activities.
  • General Pana Klaewplodtook has issued an order to continue relaxation measures to assist related activities based on humanitarian principles and educational activities.
  • The Thai government has tightened border crossing measures in groups at risk of illegal activities.

Statistics:

  • Number of agricultural products affected by the backlog: not specified
  • Number of Cambodian students allowed to travel to educational institutions in Thailand: not specified
  • Number of sick individuals sent to Thailand for treatment: not specified
  • Percentage of Thais restricted from traveling abroad for recreational purposes: not specified
  • Number of employees of gambling dens, casinos, and entertainment venues prohibited from leaving Thailand: not specified

Sources:

  • Thai News Agency (17 Jun 2025)
  • Royal Thai Army Headquarters (17 Jun 2025)

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