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 Army Chief of Staff Gen Chaiyapruek explains Thailand's military strategy in the ongoing Thai-Cambodian border conflict, focusing on neutralizing Cambodia's military threat without invasion December 17, 2025 – In an exclusive interview with Nation TV, Gen Chaiyapruek Duangpraphat, Chief of Staff of the Royal Thai Army, discussed the strategy, goals, and objectives of the ongoing conflict at the Thai-Cambodian border, shedding light on the future of the Thai-Cambodian border situation. Gen Chaiyapruek traced the origins of the conflict, explaining that it stemmed from Cambodia’s refusal to respect Thailand’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Cambodia has continually failed to cooperate in carrying out agreements signed in Kuala Lumpur, while also engaging in provocative actions, including the placement of new landmines in Thai territory. These actions have led to Thai casualties. On December 7, 2025, Cambodian troops opened fire on Thai soldiers who were guarding the const...

 Analysis: Reasons Why the US Cannot Establish a Military Base in Cambodia Cambodia's geopolitical landscape, as of August 2025, remains shaped by its constitutional constraints, deep economic ties with China, and a history of neutrality amid regional rivalries. Despite recent warming in US-Cambodia relations—such as resumed military dialogues and US monitoring of the Thai-Cambodia border ceasefire—the establishment of a permanent US military base is effectively barred. This stems from legal prohibitions, strategic dependencies, and potential backlash, even as Cambodia navigates the ongoing border conflict with Thailand, a US ally. Below is a detailed analysis drawing on current frameworks and events. 1. Constitutional and Legal Barriers Explicit Prohibition in the Constitution: Article 53 of Cambodia's 1993 Constitution (revised 2008) states that "The Kingdom of Cambodia shall not permit any foreign military base on its territory and shall not have its own military base a...

 The prime minister’s remarks come just after a month-long visit to Ream Naval Base by two Chinese Navy warships. Prime Minister Hun Manet said on Wednesday that no foreign military bases will be allowed on Cambodian territory – a statement likely made to blunt criticism over China’s recent involvement in the development at Ream Naval Base on the Gulf of Thailand. Hun Manet made the comment during the 25th anniversary commemoration of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces’ infantry command. “Cambodia is not allowed to have foreign military bases on its territory, nor is it allowed to have its military bases on any other territory except under the umbrella of the United Nations,” he said, referring to the 1993 Cambodian Constitution. In June 2021, China and Cambodia began expanding the Ream base with Beijing’s funding. Satellite images last year showed the construction of a deep-draft pier that could accommodate aircraft carriers. The government has repeatedly denied that China is being ...