To protect deminers, Cambodia suspends clearance operations


PHNOM PENH: The Cambodian Mine Action and Victim Assistance Authority (CMAA) has instructed demining operators to suspend all survey, clearance and explosive ordnance risk education activities in the regions which have come under fire by the Thai military.

In a directive issued today, Dec 26, Senior Minister Ly Thuch, first vice-president of the CMAA, instructed demining operators to immediately submit requests to the CMAA regarding changes to mine clearance plans in places where minefields are in areas facing Thai attacks.

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