Border Relations Improving, Says Regional Army Chief

Border relations improving, says regional army chief

The mood on the Thai-Cambodia border has shown signs of improvement since the May 28 clash that sparked tensions, with the militaries of both countries maintaining communication to prevent further misunderstandings, according to Lt Gen Boonsin Padklang, commander of the Second Army Region.

Thailand's Second Army Area chief insists troops fully armed to defend borders

UBON RATCHATHANI, Thailand: The chief of the Second Army Area, Lt Gen Boonsin Padklang, assured on Wednesday (July 9) that Thai troops are fully armed to defend the nation's borders against incursions by Cambodian forces at disputed areas. However, he expressed hope that the two governments would resolve their border conflicts peacefully.

Lt. Gen. Boonsin urges diplomatic resolution to border tensions with Cambodia, asserts Thailand ‘Fully Loaded’

Lt. Gen. Boonsin urges Cambodia and Thailand to solve temple border issue through high-level dialogue, not confrontation. SURIN, Thailand – The commander of Thailand’s Second Army Region, Lt. Gen. Boonsin Paadklang, has called on the governments of Thailand and Cambodia to resolve ongoing border tensions peacefully, especially around the disputed area near Ta Muen Thom Temple, July 9. He also extended well-wishes to Cambodian leaders Hun Sen and…

Thai-Cambodian Border Tensions Ease as Military Talks Resume

UBON RATCHATHANI – Routine discussions between Thai and Cambodian military officers have helped de-escalate border tensions in the disputed Emerald Pagoda area, according to Lt Gen Boonsin Padklang, commander of Thailand’s Second Army Region. Speaking today, he confirmed that field officers from both sides have agreed to hold informal talks every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday […] Source