Cambodia has implemented a ban on the importation of Thai fruits and vegetables, a decision announced by Senate President Hun Sen on Monday.

This action follows escalating tensions between Cambodia and Thailand concerning border control issues, stemming from perceived provocations from the Thai military.

In a press conference, Hun Sen issued a stark ultimatum, demanding that Thailand fully reopen all checkpoints along the Thai-Cambodian border within 24 hours.

He indicated that failure to comply with this demand would compel Cambodia to respond by closing its own borders and prohibiting the entry of Thai goods.

This situation adds to the historical complexity of border relations between the two nations, which have experienced periods of cooperation and friction over the years.

Border trade is significant for both economies, making the implications of this ban notable within a broader regional context.

The response from Thailand to this ultimatum and the subsequent impacts on bilateral trade remain to be seen as this situation develops.