(Phnom Penh): Jean-François Tain, Minister Delegate Attached to the Prime Minister, emphasised that in today's global context, military power alone does not guarantee success in modern conflicts.

Speaking at a press conference on 9 April, Jean-François Tain said outcomes of international disputes are shaped by a range of factors, including timing, historical context, circumstances, and legal frameworks, not just military capability.

“History clearly shows that military strength alone does not ensure victory,” he said, noting that disputes similar to the Cambodia–Thailand situation exist in many parts of the world.

He cited the independence of Timor-Leste from Indonesia in 2002, and the transfer of the Panama Canal from the United States to Panama in 1999, as examples where outcomes were not determined solely by military strength.

The delegate minister emphasized that governments must carefully evaluate all options when addressing international disputes to ensure decisions serve national interests.

He added that diplomacy, adherence to international law, and long-term historical dynamics play decisive roles in shaping outcomes between nations, regardless of disparities in military power.
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