Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Thailand Completes First Border Fence Section with Cambodia
Thailand has finished building the first part of a permanent fence along its border with Cambodia.
This fence is made of strong concrete panels and steel mesh to protect against attacks.
The Thai military plans to build more fences in other areas where it is safe and useful.
There have been fights between Thailand and Cambodia in the past, which caused many people to die and leave their homes.
The fence is meant to help keep the border safe and prevent more fights.
Thailand completed the first 1.3 km section of a permanent border fence with Cambodia.
The fence is designed to protect against small-arms fire and is described as stable and durable.
Thailand plans to build more than 7 km of additional fencing in suitable areas.
Tensions between Thailand and Cambodia have led to violent clashes in the past, resulting in nearly 150 deaths and displacing 300,000 people.
The fence aims to enhance long-term security and address territorial disputes.
- Who
- Thailand and Cambodia
- What
- Completion of the first section of a permanent border fence
- When
- July 22, 2024
- Where
- Pong Nam Ron district, Thailand
- Why
- To address longstanding territorial disputes and enhance border security
Thailand's Perspective
Cambodia's Perspective
Border Security
Thailand's Perspective
Thailand views the fence as necessary for long-term security and protection against small-arms fire.
Cambodia's Perspective
Cambodia may see the fence as a unilateral action that could escalate tensions and territorial disputes.
- Length of Completed Fence
- 1.3 km (0.8 miles)
- Additional Fencing Planned
- More than 7 km (4.3 miles)
- Total Border Length
- 817 km (508 miles)
- Casualties in 2023 Clashes
- Nearly 150 people killed
- Displaced Population
- 300,000 people
- Date of Completion
- July 22, 2024