The ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) has been working diligent to assess conditions on the ground and their recent trip to the Preah Vihear Temple area deserves commendation. Working together with the Cambodian Liaison Group, the AOT, now lead by the Philippines, visited the Preah Vihear Temple area to observe the damages to the area as a result of the recent border conflict. The ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand remains a fragile situation, and so the AOT’s visit to the area speaks for the Team’s courage and commitment to mission.
There are perhaps no greater heroes in war than those most committed to peace and so today we acknowledge the AOT in their role in preserving the peace and contributing to the future stability of these conflict areas, the region and the world.
YOUK CHHANG
Director
Documentation Center of Cambodia
February 26, 2026
