2009-11-27
(Posted by CAAI News Media)
BANGKOK, Nov. 27 (Xinhua) -- Cambodian and Thai militaries agreed at a meeting Friday they will not use force to deal with border issues.
The agreement was made at a meeting of the Thai-Cambodian General Border Committee (GBC), which is being held in eastern beach resort town Pattaya on Friday and Saturday, the Thai News Agency reported.
The Cambodian side is headed by Defense Minister Tea Banh.
Defense Minister General Prawit Wongsuwn, Supreme Commander General Songkitti Jakkabatra, Army Commander-in-Chief General Anupong Paochinda, First Army Region Commander Lt General Khanit Saphithak have represented the Thai side.
Speaking after the first day of the GBC meeting, General Prawit said the militaries of the two countries will use peaceful means to deal with bilateral issues.
The Thai and Cambodian militaries will ensure the Cambodian-Thai people will continue with their normal life peacefully and sustainably.
Also, the militaries will cooperate to facilitate border trade and tourism activities, the Thai defense minister said.
General Prawit said the Thai and Cambodian armed forces have also agreed to maintain their good relations based on international laws.
The GBC meeting, which is co-chaired by the Thai and Cambodian defense ministers, or their representatives, is held on a regular basis.
Editor: Deng Shasha
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