AKP Phnom Penh, February 11, 2026 --

The Cambodian Mine Action and Victim Assistance Authority (CMAA) has reaffirmed Cambodia’s full commitment to its international mine ban obligations following recent reports by Thai military sources regarding the discovery of an anti-personnel mine in a border area on Feb. 11, 2026.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, CMAA emphasised that Cambodia continues to uphold its responsibilities under international humanitarian disarmament agreements and remains firmly committed to the complete eradication of anti-personnel mines. The authority highlighted Cambodia’s substantial and internationally recognised progress in clearing mine-contaminated land, significantly improving safety for civilians and communities affected by decades of conflict.

According to CMAA, assessments based on the national mine action database and extensive technical experience in border clearance operations indicate that any anti-personnel mine discovered in such areas is highly likely to be a legacy device left over from past conflicts, rather than a newly emplaced mine.

CMAA stressed that Cambodia does not produce, stockpile, or deploy anti-personnel mines and maintains strict national controls in line with its international commitments. The authority cautioned that the dissemination of information without verified sources or proper investigation could lead to misunderstandings and unnecessarily heighten tensions.

The statement also reaffirmed Cambodia’s readiness to engage constructively and transparently through appropriate bilateral and international mechanisms to clarify technical facts and prevent misinterpretation. CMAA underscored that humanitarian mine action should serve the shared objective of protecting civilians and promoting lasting stability along the Cambodia-Thailand border.

CMAA reiterated its commitment to cooperation, dialogue, and the continued removal of all explosive hazards that pose risks to communities in the region.

By C. Nika