JIC Director Affirms Thailand Seeks Peace But Protects Sovereignty
Air Marshal Prapas Sornjaidee outlined Thailand's border stance on Oct 17, 2026, urging compliance with the Dec 27, 2025 agreement.
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- JIC Director Air Marshal Prapas Sornjaidee affirms Thailand wants no war and Cambodian citizens are not enemies
- Thailand insists on protecting sovereignty and citizen safety while using concrete evidence to counter allegations
- Urges Cambodia to fully implement the joint statement dated December 27, 2025
- Ready to advance bilateral talks through JBC, GBC, and RBC mechanisms for sustainable peace
On October 17, 2026, Air Marshal Prapas Sornjaidee, Director of the Thailand-Cambodia Situation News Center or JIC, revealed Thailand's official stance regarding the border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia. He explicitly stated that the country has no desire to engage in war and that Cambodian citizens are not enemies of the Thai people.
However, the JIC Director emphasized that Thailand will by no means abandon its national sovereignty and the safety of its citizens. He reiterated that the Thai side did not initiate the use of force and remains ready to subject all facts to verification using credible evidence so the international community can judge based on truth rather than accusations.
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For effective problem-solving, Air Marshal Prapas noted that the key is for both sides to earnestly and thoroughly implement the joint statement made on December 27, 2025, which includes:
- Strict maintenance of the ceasefire
- Refraining from provocations or actions that escalate tension
- Protection and safety of civilians
- Accelerating landmine clearance efforts
- Prevention and management of disinformation
Contextual Insight: Existing bilateral mechanisms such as the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC), General Border Committee (GBC), and Regional Border Committee (RBC) represent established diplomatic and security frameworks. Re-emphasizing these channels demonstrates Thailand's preference for structured military and diplomatic dialogue over reactive engagements.
Regarding bilateral negotiation guidelines, the JIC confirmed its readiness to move forward through the Thailand-Cambodia Joint Boundary Commission (JBC), the General Border Committee (GBC), and the Regional Border Committee (RBC). Discussions must be built upon sincerity, safety, and mutual trust while maintaining ongoing coordination channels to mitigate risks.
"Our goal is not just to silence the guns, but to ensure that people can return home safely, children can go back to school, farmers can resume their livelihoods, and border communities can find peace again."
Air Marshal Prapas Sornjaidee
To handle allegations and distorted information, the JIC will swiftly, transparently, and verifiably communicate facts. Air Marshal Prapas stressed that credibility is not measured by who shouts the loudest, but by the consistent affirmation of truth, concluding with the reaffirmation that Thailand stands for peace, truth, sovereignty, and the protection of human life.
Source: Khaosod Politics
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