In 1979, the Thai-Cambodian border became the site of a harrowing but little-known tragedy, now brought to light in the powerful documentary Ghost Mountain, produced by the Preah Vihear Foundation. This film tells the story of Bunseng Taing, a Cambodian refugee who survived the Khmer Rouge’s Killing Fields only toContinue Reading
The Cambodia-Thailand border conflict, reignited by a May 28, 2025, incident where a Khmer soldier was killed by a Thai soldier near Ta Moan Thom temple, has escalated into a severe humanitarian and legal crisis. Cambodia accuses Thailand of initiating hostilities with banned cluster munitions, targeting sacred sites, and endangeringContinue Reading
Introduction: A Border on Edge On July 24, 2025, multiple disputed border regions, including the Ta Moan Temple Complex Area, Preah Vihear and other sites along the Dangrek Mountains, became the epicenter of violent clashes between Thai and Cambodian troops. These ancient Khmer ruins, spanning 9th- to 12th-century heritage, haveContinue Reading
Abstract This article examines how Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), rooted in Vedic and Buddhist traditions, and Chinese Knowledge Systems (CKS), grounded in Confucian principles, influence Cambodia’s value education through soft power.¹ IKS emphasises ethical values and holistic learning, while CKS prioritises social harmony and technical skills.² Through historical analysis, stakeholderContinue Reading
Abstract This study examines the rise of ASEAN as a pivotal geopolitical and economic entity in a multipolar world, assessing its role in regional stability, trade integration, and strategic diplomacy. ASEAN has solidified its economic influence through initiatives such as the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) and the Regional Comprehensive EconomicContinue Reading
Introduction: Can History Draw New Borders? Imagine a thousand-year-old temple sitting silently atop a cliff, watching armies, diplomats, and protestors come and go. That’s the story of Preah Vihear—a Hindu temple at the center of one of Southeast Asia’s most persistent border disputes. Why has this ancient site sparked modern-dayContinue Reading
