The Cambodian Mine Action and Victim Assistance Authority (CMAA) has firmly rejected Thai media reports accusing Cambodia of planting new landmines near the border. In a statement on July 18, CMAA emphasized Cambodia’s strong opposition to landmines, citing its own painful history with them and its commitment to a mine-free world.
The CMAA reaffirmed its adherence to the Ottawa Treaty and called for investigations based on facts, not speculation. Cambodia urged all parties to focus on peace and cooperation, stressing that the real enemy is landmines, not neighboring nations.
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