Malaysia urges its citizens to avoid the Thailand-Cambodia border as new clashes erupt.

Malaysia urges its citizens to avoid the Thailand-Cambodia border as new clashes erupt.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 — The Malaysian Embassy in Phnom Penh has advised Malaysians in Cambodia to steer clear of several areas along the Thailand-Cambodia border as military tensions between the two nations intensify.

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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 — The Malaysian Embassy in Phnom Penh has advised Malaysians in Cambodia to steer clear of several areas along the Thailand-Cambodia border as military tensions between the two nations intensify.

In a statement, Wisma Putra listed the affected provinces as Preah Vihear, Oddar Meanchey, Banteay Meanchey, Battambang and Pursat.

“Given the current situation between Cambodia and Thailand, Malaysians in Cambodia are urged to avoid non-essential travel to Preah Vihear, Oddar Meanchey, Banteay Meanchey, Battambang and Pursat until further notice.

“Malaysians in Cambodia are also encouraged to stay updated through credible news sources and to comply with all instructions and advice issued by local authorities and government agencies,” the statement said.

The embassy has also provided a 24-hour hotline for assistance at +855 12 216 176, email mwphnompenh@kln.gov.my, or visit https://www.kln.gov.my/web/khm_phnom-penh/home.

The long-standing Cambodia-Thailand border dispute resurfaced in July, sparking a five-day military confrontation.

Both sides later agreed to a ceasefire in Kuala Lumpur on July 24, followed by the signing of the Kuala Lumpur Peace Agreement on October 26 during the 47th Asean Summit, witnessed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim as Asean Chair and US President Donald Trump.

Clashes resumed last Monday, resulting in multiple fatalities and forcing thousands of residents to flee their homes.

Girls ride on the back of a tractor heading to a refugee camp as evacuations continue amid deadly clashes between Thailand and Cambodia in a disputed border zone, in Chong Kal, Oddar Meanchey Province, Cambodia, December 10, 2025. The Malaysian Embassy in Phnom Penh has advised Malaysians in Cambodia to steer clear of specific areas along the Thailand-Cambodia border as military tensions between the two nations intensify. — Reuters pic

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