Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire failing due to ongoing conflict.

Thailand and Cambodia’s recent return to using force along their frontier highlights the ongoing volatility of their territorial dispute, despite an earlier ceasefire agreement endorsed at the ASEAN summit. Historical grievances, unresolved border claims, and nationalistic sentiments fuel the conflict, with both governments struggling to find common ground on troop movements and monitoring compliance. The conflict reflects the complex legacy of colonial-era boundary-making and the strategic value of contested areas, such as the Preah Vihear temple. Domestic politics and military modernization efforts further complicate efforts to achieve lasting peace.

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