Army says ICJ didn't define disputed areaListen to this articleThe Royal Thai Army's Second Area Command has issued a detailed clarification, stressing that the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has never defined the 4.6-square-kilometre area surrounding Preah Vihear temple and that Thailand continues to adhere to the boundaries shown on the 1:50,000 map, which remains the country's official reference. The RTA said the widely cited 4.6km² "disputed zone" emerged not from the ICJ judgement but from conflicting interpretations. Thailand's cabinet in 1962 recognised Cambodia's rights only over the temple itself and fenced the area narrowly. The court also reaffirmed that Phu Makua was not part of the temple area. Thailand retains the lawful right to protect its sovereignty under international law, including measures to neutralise security threats posed by Cambodian positions overlooking Thai territory.

Source: Bangkok Post December 26, 2025 05:54 UTC