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Army says Ban Nong Chan return plan remains unverified
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Thailand has not confirmed reports that Cambodian nationals could be moved back to Ban Nong Chan in Sa Kaeo province, while maintaining that border tensions with Cambodia must be resolved through bilateral talks.
Key facts
- Defence Ministry spokesman Rear Admiral Surasant Kongsiri told a briefing in Bangkok on Monday (August 17) that officials would first have to verify the reported plan and examine its details.
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Summary
Defence Ministry spokesman Rear Admiral Surasant Kongsiri told a briefing in Bangkok on Monday (August 17) that officials would first have to verify the reported plan and examine its details.
He declined to speculate on whether promises concerning the return were intended to serve Cambodia’s domestic political interests, saying Thailand could not comment on the Cambodian government’s motives.