Thailand to appoint conciliators for UN-backed mediation with Cambodia, says Foreign Minister
Thailand has agreed to appoint conciliators to participate in a UN-backed arbitration process with Cambodia regarding a long-standing maritime boundary dispute. The area in question is estimated to hold significant oil and natural gas reserves.
Why it matters
The resolution of this dispute could unlock billions of dollars in energy resources and stabilize regional diplomatic relations.
“Thailand will appoint two conciliators and join a little-used United Nations (UN) arbitration process that Cambodia has invoked to help resolve a long-running maritime boundary dispute between the neighbours,” Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said on Friday (June 5, 2026).
The report provides historical context and quotes from both sides of the diplomatic issue.
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