Vietnam advises citizens to exercise caution amidst Thailand – Cambodia border issue

Hanoi, Vietnam – The Consular Department of Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a strong advisory to Vietnamese nationals residing in or traveling to Thailand and Cambodia. Citing escalating and complex security developments along the border between the two Southeast Asian nations, the department urged citizens to remain vigilant and strictly adhere to instructions from local authorities.

Vietnamese citizens are specifically advised to avoid areas experiencing heightened security risks and volatile conditions. Furthermore, they are encouraged to maintain close contact with Vietnam’s diplomatic missions in both Thailand and Cambodia for any necessary assistance or information regarding citizen protection.

The warning comes as border fighting intensified and spread for a second consecutive day on Friday, July 25, 2025, between Thailand and Cambodia, marking the worst conflict between the neighbors in 13 years. Reports indicate that at least 20 people have been killed and over 130,000 displaced. Cambodia's leader stated that Thailand had initially agreed to a Malaysian ceasefire proposal but subsequently withdrew its consent.

Both nations have publicly blamed each other for initiating the conflict, with rhetoric escalating on Friday. Thailand accused Cambodia of deliberately targeting civilians, while Cambodia condemned Thailand for allegedly using cluster munitions, which are controversial and widely criticized.

For urgent assistance and information on citizen protection, Vietnamese citizens can contact the following hotlines and email addresses:

Vietnamese Embassy in Thailand:

Tel: +66898966653

Emails: vnemb.th@mofa.gov.vn, consular.section.bkk @gmail.com

Vietnamese Consulate General in Khon Kaen, Thailand:

Tel: +66935367869

Email: konkaen.th@mofa.gov. vn

Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia:

Tel: +855977492430, +855316199999

Emails: ttcpc@mofa.gov.vn, consularcpc@gmail.co m

Vietnamese Consulate General in Battambang, Cambodia:

Tel: +855979439888

Email: tlsq.battambang@gmai l.com

Vietnamese Consulate General in Sihanoukville, Cambodia:

Tel: +855.979.732255

Email: tlsqsiha@gmail.com

Consular Department under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Vietnam):

Tel: +84981848484