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2 June 2026 7:24 AM• 1 day ago• Lim_Rothanaksambath
Thai Journalist Pravit Rojanaphruk: Border Buddha Statue Project 'Unnecessary and Immature'
BANGKOK – June 2, 2026 – Senior Khaosod English news writer Pravit Rojanaphruk has condemned Thailand's construction of a Buddha statue and display of national flags in a disputed border area with Cambodia, calling the move "unnecessary and immature."
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Pravit argued that Thailand's actions reflected a misunderstanding of the nature of disputed territory and risked prolonging tensions with Cambodia.
"It's an unnecessary and immature move by Thailand," he wrote, adding that building religious monuments and raising flags in a contested area could provoke further disagreements rather than contribute to a peaceful resolution.
Pravit suggested that some people mistakenly believe constructing permanent structures in a disputed zone strengthens territorial claims. He argued instead that both sides should recognize the contested nature of the area and avoid actions that assert sovereignty.
The journalist noted that the project and flag display undermine confidence-building efforts and delay normalization of relations between the two countries. His remarks represent criticism from within Thailand rather than from Cambodian officials, though they reflect his personal views and not the position of the Thai government.
Source: Pravit Rojanaphruk on X (formerly Twitter), June 2, 2026.
Reported by The Khmer Daily Network
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Pravit argued that Thailand's actions reflected a misunderstanding of the nature of disputed territory and risked prolonging tensions with Cambodia.
"It's an unnecessary and immature move by Thailand," he wrote, adding that building religious monuments and raising flags in a contested area could provoke further disagreements rather than contribute to a peaceful resolution.
Pravit suggested that some people mistakenly believe constructing permanent structures in a disputed zone strengthens territorial claims. He argued instead that both sides should recognize the contested nature of the area and avoid actions that assert sovereignty.
The journalist noted that the project and flag display undermine confidence-building efforts and delay normalization of relations between the two countries. His remarks represent criticism from within Thailand rather than from Cambodian officials, though they reflect his personal views and not the position of the Thai government.
Source: Pravit Rojanaphruk on X (formerly Twitter), June 2, 2026.
Reported by The Khmer Daily Network
