Ministry of Foreign Affairs accompanies the Regional Delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Bangkok on its second field visit to three provinces[...]

On 20 - 23 January 2026, the Regional Delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Bangkok was granted access by Thai authorities to three provinces affected by the Thailand - Cambodia border situation; namely Sa Kaeo, Buri Ram, and Si Sa Ket. The purpose of the visit was to collect information on damages resulting from the hostilities, particularly those affecting civilians and civilian facilities, as well as the humanitarian impact on the local communities. Officers from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs accompanied the delegation as coordinators and observers.

During the visit, the ICRC delegation received briefings and held exchanges with the relevant government agencies regarding the sequence of events, related operations, and the impacts of the hostilities. The delegation subsequently conducted field visits to survey and collect information on damages to civilian properties, as well as to interview affected civilians and eyewitnesses.

This visit marked the second time for which the ICRC was granted access to provinces affected by the Thailand-Cambodia border situation. Relevant agencies extended full support and cooperation to the ICRC, reflecting Thailand's transparency and commitment to respecting and complying with international humanitarian law.