Chinese embassy urges nationals in Cambodia to avoid border conflict areas

The Cambodia–Thailand border situation escalated again on December 8, with armed clashes and casualties reported in some areas, drawing widespread concern about security. China’s embassy in Cambodia issued a new safety notice that day, urging Chinese nationals in Cambodia to remain alert and avoid the affected high-risk areas. Embassy: follow developments and stay away from high-risk border areas The embassy said tensions remained high in areas near Thailand, including Preah Vihear, Oddar Meanchey and Banteay Meanchey, creating significant uncertainty over local security. It urged Chinese nationals to monitor official notices, plan travel carefully and, as far as possible, avoid approaching or entering border areas where clashes might occur. In an emergency, they should immediately contact local police and also seek assistance from the Chinese embassy in Cambodia. Emergency contacts listed in the notice Police and emergency services in Cambodia: Police: 117 Ambulance: 119 Fire: 118, 666 National Police hotline for foreigners: 031-2012345 / 031-6012345 Dedicated assistance for Chinese nationals: WeChat assistance for Chinese nationals from the Cambodian deputy prime minister/interior ministry team: +855092686969 Chinese embassy in Cambodia: 24-hour consular protection telephone: 023-210206 Consular protection email: phnom-penh_lb@csm.mfa.gov.cn Chinese Consular Office in Siem Reap: Consular protection telephone: 078-946178 Email: consulate_sr@mfa.gov.cn Areas covered: Siem Reap, Kampong Thom, Preah Vihear, Oddar Meanchey, Banteay Meanchey and Battambang Chinese Consular Office in Sihanoukville: Consular protection telephone: 061-983749 Email: consulate_shv@mfa.gov.cn Areas covered: Preah Sihanouk, Koh Kong, Kampot and Kep Chinese Foreign Ministry’s Global Consular Protection and Services Centre: Telephone: +86-10-12308 / +86-10-65612308 The embassy said it would continue monitoring developments and reminded Chinese nationals in Cambodia to put safety first and avoid unnecessary cross-border activities. Anyone who needed to visit border areas should first check the latest local developments and take necessary precautions. KPS99TV compiled report.