(Phnom Penh): Cambodia, Laos, and Viet Nam shared a common understanding to resolve border issues peacefully and in full accordance with international law, in order to finalize outstanding matters and prevent disputes from being passed on to future generations.

Suos Yara, Spokesperson for the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP), spoke on Sunday (Feb. 8) at a press conference on the outcomes of the bilateral and trilateral meetings among the leaders of Cambodia, Laos, and Viet Nam, held on 6-7 February 2026 in Phnom Penh.

He explained that the 1904 and 1907 treaties, commonly known as the Franco–Siam Treaties or conventions, form an important legal basis for border demarcation not only for Cambodia, but also for Laos. He added that the shared commitment of the three countries to settle border issues through international law represents a constructive model that Thailand should follow.

“No matter how tense relations may become, neighbouring countries cannot relocate their borders and must continue to coexist,” he said.

“We should look at the example of Cambodia, Laos, and Viet Nam, which resolve issues peacefully, technically, and based on international law, maps, and existing mechanisms. What we are doing is a good model,” Suos Yara underscored. He added that despite disruptions to the global order, adherence to international law remains fundamental through frameworks such as ASEAN, the United Nations, and the UN Security Council.

He underlined that the key message to the public is the shared commitment by the top leaders of the three countries to refrain from the use of force in resolving border disputes. This consensus, he said, is closely observed by the international community, diplomats, and institutions that uphold international law.

On the Cambodia–Laos border, Suos Yara noted that the two sides have planted 121 border markers out of a total of 145, covering 464.5 kilometres of the 540-kilometre border, equivalent to 86 percent of the total length.

As for the Cambodia–Viet Nam border, as of 2027, he said that as of 2027, both sides have agreed on 84 percent of the boundary line and have installed 314 major border markers out of 375, with the remaining 16 percent still under negotiation.

Cambodia and Thailand share a border of more than 800 kilometres, extending from Koh Kong Province to Preah Vihear Province. The spokesperson stated that negotiations and surveying along this border have faced delays due to Thailand’s use of force to encroach upon Cambodian territory.
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