No Plans to Halt Electricity or Internet
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra dismissed Cambodia’s threat to halt Thai imports on June 14, 2025, clarifying that Thailand has not initiated any measures to cut electricity or internet services along their shared border. Her statement addresses escalating tensions fueled by misunderstandings.
Cambodia’s Retaliatory Threats
Hun Sen Targets Thai Goods
Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen warned of suspending Thai product imports and urged citizens to avoid Thai TV dramas and internet services. These threats followed unverified claims that Thailand planned to disrupt border utilities, prompting a strong rebuttal from Thai authorities.
Misinformation Sparks Confusion
Leaked Reports Blamed for Tensions
Paetongtarn attributed the dispute to a possible leak of unconfirmed plans, leading Cambodia to believe Thailand had acted. She consulted with Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa to trace the misinformation and address it diplomatically.
Diplomatic Channels Activated
JBC Meeting Set to Address Dispute
As the Thai-Cambodian Joint Boundary Commission convened on June 14, 2025, Thailand’s Foreign Affairs Ministry emphasized its commitment to professional negotiations. Paetongtarn noted that any border-related actions require National Security Council approval, ensuring a measured approach to the crisis.
Cross-Border Energy Ties at Risk
Thailand Supplies Cambodia’s Power
Thailand exported 602.82 million kilowatt-hours of electricity to Cambodia in 2024 through nine border points in Sa Kaeo, Trat, Chanthaburi, and Surin. Any disruption to this critical supply could impact communities on both sides, highlighting the stakes of the ongoing dispute.
Thailand Stands Firm on Sovereignty
Anutin Signals Readiness to Act
Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul affirmed Thailand’s preparedness to suspend electricity, internet, and water supplies if directed by national security agencies. While advocating for peaceful coexistence, he underscored Thailand’s unwavering commitment to protecting its territorial integrity.
