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Cambodia· Siem ReapCambodia and Thailand border tensions displace residents near Preah Vihear
The Cambodian government has established a new village for residents displaced by territorial tensions with Thailand near the Preah Vihear province.
Background
Cambodia and Thailand have a long-standing territorial dispute over areas near the Preah Vihear temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This unresolved border issue has periodically led to military clashes and population displacement, impacting communities along the frontier.
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