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Cambodia PM urges end to border row
Cambodia's prime minister reiterated his call for a peaceful solution to a border dispute with Thailand, on Wednesday warning that both countries' economies would suffer if the conflict erupts into a full-scale war.
- AP
- Published: 00:07 August 7, 2008
Phnom Penh: Cambodia's prime minister reiterated his call for a peaceful solution to a border dispute with Thailand, on Wednesday warning that both countries' economies would suffer if the conflict erupts into a full-scale war.
In his first public speech since winning national elections last month, Prime Minister Hun Sen said both countries must "narrow the conflict and expand friendship and cooperation."
Thai and Cambodian troops have been facing off along their shared border for three weeks over disputed territory - first near Preah Vihear temple and then at Ta Moan Thom temple.
Hun Sen's comments came as the confrontation at Ta Moan Thom appeared to be easing, with both sides pulling back their soldiers.
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