Thailand/Cambodian Boarder Clashes - Information Update For Travellers

Summary, 10 am: A ceasefire deal between Thailand and Cambodia has been reached after 7 days of fighting.

Thai government spokesman Panitan Wattanayagorn has said, "After discussions by the military on both sides this morning, there is a ceasefire agreement... border checkpoints will be re-opened and villagers will start to return home." - A statement echoing a similar statement from Cambodia's ministry of defence earlier on Thursday.

Both sides have blamed each other for starting the clashes which have left 15 soldiers dead and forced tens of thousands of civilians on both sides to flee their homes.

Thailand/Cambodian Boarder Clashes - Advice And Information For Travellers

Summary The FCO has advised against travelling to the Ta Krabey and Ta Moan temple area following the outbreak of recent fighting and a presence of troops in the area.

• Exercise caution if visiting temples close to the border
• Stay alert when travelling in other border regions
• Be particularly aware at Ou Smach and at land crossings between the two countries

If you require urgent consular assistance, call:

02 305 8333 from Thailand or
02 342 7124 from Cambodia

For more information, please visit the:

• British Embassy in Thailand website, or the:
• British Embassy in Cambodia website

Thailand-Cambodia dispute

Disputes exist over control of the Ta Moan and Ta Krabey temples and fighting broke out between Cambodian and Thai troops at Ta Krabey on 22 April and is ongoing. A number of deaths and injuries have been reported by both sides.

The fighting, which began on 22 April 2011, is the worst fighting between the 2 countries in years, with the 2 neighbours exchanging artillery fire at a disputed temple complex. The 1,000-year-old Ta Moan and Ta Krabey temples are claimed by both countries. Recent clashes have seen 12 soldiers killed and 50 000 villagers forced to flee.