Thailand Affirms Commitment to Protecting National Interests in UNCLOS Process

The government has clarified that Thailand’s participation in processes under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) regarding overlapping maritime claims with Cambodia does not involve negotiations on a joint development area or resource-sharing arrangements.

​Government Spokesperson Rachada Dhanadirek stated that the process is limited to discussions on maritime boundary delimitation under international law, with the aim of addressing differing views on maritime boundaries between the two countries.

​She emphasized that participating in UNCLOS mechanisms does not indicate Thailand’s acceptance of any claims by the other party. Instead, it demonstrates Thailand’s commitment to a transparent, fact-based, and legal process within an internationally recognized framework.

​The government reiterated that all actions will be taken with caution and in close coordination with relevant agencies to fully protect Thailand’s national interests.

​The spokesperson also urged the public to remain confident that the government will not take any action that could affect Thailand’s sovereignty and will continue to uphold the country’s interests throughout the process.

Source: NBT World

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