Cambodia stops importing gasoline from Thailand

Cambodia's prime minister has announced a halt to fuel and gas imports from Thailand starting at midnight tonight, confident of finding alternative supplies even in the long term.

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet - Photo: HENG PANHA

According to Nation Thailand newspaper, on the evening of June 22, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet announced that the country will suspend all fuel and gas imports from Thailand from midnight tonight.

Mr. Hun Manet announced on Facebook: "From 0:00 tonight (June 23), all import activities of all types of fuel and gas from the Kingdom of Thailand must be completely stopped."

Cambodia's prime minister reassured the public that Cambodia's fuel import companies have enough capacity to source fuel and gas from other countries to meet domestic demand, even if the suspension lasts.

"Whether it is for a month or indefinitely, Cambodia is capable of managing the situation effectively," Mr. Hun Manet affirmed.

He further stressed that all relevant agencies must strictly comply with this order, and instructed import businesses to prepare for a smooth and stable transition to alternative sources of supply.

The Cambodian Prime Minister announced the decision amid escalating tensions between Phnom Penh and Bangkok.

Also on June 22, Mr. Hun Manet ordered the closure of two border gates into Thailand in response to Thailand's decision to close a border gate in Buri Ram province on June 21.

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Source: https://tuoitre.vn/campuchia-ngung-nhap-khau-xang-dau-tu-thai-lan-20250622230722807.htm