AKP Phnom Penh, November 12, 2025 -- 

The National Assembly of the Kingdom of Cambodia has issued a strong condemnation following a deadly incident where Thai soldiers reportedly opened fire on Cambodian civilians near the border, calling the act a "brutal, barbaric, and inhumane" violation of national sovereignty and a recent bilateral peace accord.

The attack occurred at approximately 3:50 p.m. local time on Nov. 12, 2025, in Prey Chan village, O’Beichoan commune, O’Chrov district, Banteay Meanchey province. The assault resulted in the death of one Cambodian civilian and injuries to three others.

In an official statement released this evening, the National Assembly denounced the incident as a "heinous" breach of the Joint Declaration on the Peace Deal signed by the Prime Ministers of both nations just weeks earlier, on Oct. 26, 2025. 

This agreement was concluded during the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and was witnessed by high-level international figures, including U.S. President Donald Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

The legislative body stressed that the Thai military’s actions constitute a serious violation of international law, including the UN Charter and the ASEAN Charter.

"The Thai side has repeatedly undermined peace efforts and disregarded its own commitments to resolve disputes peacefully, despite the presence of international witnesses," the statement asserted.

The National Assembly further highlighted what it viewed as Thailand's continued unwillingness to honour bilateral commitments by recalling the unlawful detention and failure to repatriate 18 Cambodian soldiers by Thai authorities, accusing Bangkok of a habitual lack of commitment to uphold agreements and a tendency to "habitually provoke hostilities" against Cambodia.

The Cambodian National Assembly formally called on the international community to strongly condemn Thailand's "illegal and aggressive actions" and to hold the nation "fully accountable for this grave violation."

The Assembly urged Thailand to immediately cease all acts of hostility that threaten regional peace and stability. It demanded that Thailand honour its obligations under the Joint Declaration on the Peace Agreement and relevant international laws "in good faith and sincerity."

Finally, the National Assembly reaffirmed its full support for the Royal Government of Cambodia, led by Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, in its efforts to safeguard peace, national sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the safety of its citizens. The National Assembly noted these efforts align with the long-term vision of Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate.

By K. Rithy Reak