“MFA Spokesperson” delivers statement on the outcome of the 80th UNGA – Aiming to bring Thailand back onto the global radar, emphasizes Cambodia’s sincerity as key to resolving all issues

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On 1st October 2025, Mr. Nikorndej Balankura, Director-General of the Department of Information and Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, delivered a press briefing following a summary presentation by H.E. Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, to the diplomatic corps regarding Thailand’s participation in the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The purpose was to reaffirm Thailand's position on the Thailand-Cambodia border situation and outline future approaches. The session was attended by representatives from 67 countries and 5 international organizations, totaling 99 participants.

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The briefing outlined the overall foreign policy of the Thai government during their four months in office, which has been deemed a meaningful period for Thailand’s foreign affairs. The Minister emphasized Thailand’s comprehensive and interest-driven foreign policy direction, demonstrating readiness to expand cooperation frameworks with other UN member states on issues directly and indirectly affecting Thailand. These include cybercrime, public health cooperation, humanitarian assistance, and Thailand’s stance on the Thailand-Cambodia conflict. The Minister also held high-level meetings with UN officials and foreign ministers from countries including Japan, Russia, the Netherlands, Malaysia, and fellow ASEAN member states.

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Key points of the briefing included:

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Thailand’s Foreign Policy

The current government’s foreign policy prioritizes the protection of Thailand’s national interests and the well-being of their people through proactive and economic diplomacy. Thailand aims to play a constructive role in shaping global norms that benefit developing countries while reinforcing ASEAN centrality, unity, and stability which are core elements of Thailand’s foreign affairs agenda.

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Thailand in the Global Radar

Thailand used the 80th UNGA as an opportunity to return to the global radar by upholding multilateralism and acting as a responsible and trustworthy member of the international community. Thailand presented its vision on global issues including the situation in Myanmar, the Thailand-Cambodia border tensions, the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Thailand reaffirmed its commitment to driving key global agendas such as peace and security, human rights, sustainable development, climate change, transnational crime, economic volatility, and human security.

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Thailand-Cambodia border situation, consists of 4 points

First Point: Thailand used the UNGA platform to present accurate and unaltered facts to the international community, including quadrilateral discussions with the United States, Malaysia, Cambodia, and Thailand. This demonstrated Thailand’s mature and principled approach.

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Second Point: Thailand consistently emphasized that conflict benefits no one and expressed its desire for normalized relations with Cambodia. Thailand is ready to engage in dialogue to find mutually acceptable solutions. However, success depends on Cambodia’s sincerity and cooperation, particularly in areas such as demining, withdrawal of heavy weapons from the border, and tackling transnational crime.

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Third Point: Thailand expressed disappointment over Cambodia’s staged allegations accusing Thailand of violating the ceasefire agreement and disseminating distorted information to the international community. This behavior reflects a lack of sincerity, an essential principle in rebuilding mutual trust.

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Fourth Point: Thailand is committed to resolving the border issue through peaceful means and existing bilateral mechanisms, while firmly protecting its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Thailand has posed a clear question to Cambodia at the United Nations, “Will Cambodia choose the path of peace which Thailand has chosen, or the path of confrontation and loss?”

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Thailand reaffirmed its commitment to resolving the Thailand-Cambodia conflict in the interest of safety and peace for people living along the border. Achieving this goal requires Cambodia’s sincerity and genuine intent. The truth will prevail and sincerity can solve all problems.

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