Group 1 - The escalating border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia have severely impacted various sectors, leading to a decline in the quality of life for residents [1][3] - Cambodia has cut off electricity supply from Thailand to Poipet, opting for a new power line from Vietnam, which has resulted in unstable electricity and increased demand for generators [1] - Fuel prices in Cambodia have surged, with gasoline reaching 48 to 50 Thai Baht per liter and diesel at 38 to 40 Thai Baht, compared to Thailand's prices of 41 Baht for gasoline and 32 Baht for diesel [1] Group 2 - The border closure has led to a decrease in investor confidence in Thailand's border provinces, with a reported decline in product sales affecting businesses and manufacturing [3] - Cambodia has banned the import of Thai agricultural products, which, while only accounting for 5% to 10% of Thailand's mangosteen exports, has raised concerns among Thai farmers [3] - The construction sector in Thailand is at risk due to potential restrictions on the movement of approximately 16,000 Cambodian workers [3] Group 3 - The tightening of border policies has resulted in a significant drop in casino patronage in Poipet, where 80% of customers are Thai, impacting the local gambling economy [3] - The stay duration for citizens of both countries has been reduced to 7 days, with Cambodia advising its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Thailand [4] - Since early June, the number of Cambodian tourists visiting Thailand has decreased by 43%, leading to a drop in hotel occupancy rates in Thailand [4]
泰柬边界争端祸及两国百姓:泰国果农深感忧虑,柬方边民缺电少油
Huan Qiu Shi Bao·2025-06-23 21:44