Rising Border Tensions with Thailand
1. Rising Border Tensions with Thailand Cambodia and Thailand have recently deployed troops along their undemarcated border following a deadly skirmish on May 28, which resulted in the death of a Cambodian soldier. Both nations agreed to reposition troops to previously established lines from 2024, aiming to ease tensions. Cambodia has also threatened to bring unresolved issues before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), while Thailand prefers bilateral talks 2. Airport Expansion & Infrastructure Boom Cambodia is gearing up for major upgrades: Techo International Airport , near Phnom Penh, will kick off operations in late 2025 and is expected to exceed existing capacity dramatically The Funan Techo Canal , a $1.7 billion project, aims to strengthen waterway connectivity between Phnom Penh and the Gulf of Thailand, with completion targeted by 2028 3. Tourist Industry Surges Following a strong 2024, Cambodia projects 7.5 million international tourists ...