Defence Minister: Cambodia won’t invade, lacks jets to reach Bangkok


Defence Minister Tea Seiha has reiterated that Cambodia’s military capabilities are defensive, not offensive. - Photo: Facebook

PHNOM PENH: Minister of National Defence Tea Seiha has made it clear that Cambodia may not possess fighter jets or warships but has the capability to defend the country, including air defence systems, anti-tank guns and coastal defence weapons.

Speaking on Friday (June 20) morning, he said Cambodia has collaborated with friendly partners to upgrade its defence capabilities, not to invade others, and emphasised that Cambodia does not have fighter jets capable of reaching Bangkok.

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