1/5/2011
Source: http://media.thaigov.go.th/pageconfig/viewcontent/viewcontent1e.asp?pageid=472&directory=1944&contents=57154
The Prime Minister reiterated the government’s position to protect national interests and public safety in resolving Thai-Cambodian border issues.
On 28 April 2011, at 16.15 hrs. at the Parliament Building, Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva discussed the progress of the negotiations with Cambodia on the clashes on Thailand-Cambodia border. The Prime Minister said that we enter the process of observing the situation. Thailand will also have to perform its duties, preventing problems from arising and avoiding disadvantages. On the fact that Cambodia has strengthened its armed forces along the border, the Prime Minister said that Thailand needs to monitor the situation closely. However, there have been some discussions which are a positive sign, although Thailand still has to be watchful and monitor the situation.
On Cambodian Prime Minister’s comment that he was ready to negotiate on the bilateral basis and that a third party was needed in resolving Phra Viharn temple issue, the Prime Minister said that this is what Cambodia has already prepared to do, but it is possible to negotiate and settle disputes. However, if there is an attack from Cambodia, Thailand will follow standard responses, which all parties have recognized, as it has been doing. On Cambodia’s preparation regarding the world heritage issue, the Prime Minister already discussed with Mr. Suwit Khunkitti, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, to take care of it.
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