In response to media queries on the border clashes between Cambodia and Thailand today, the MFA spokesman said:
"We are deeply concerned by the clashes, and call on both countries to exercise restraint. We urge Cambodia and Thailand to resolve their differences through negotiations. Singapore supports the efforts by Indonesian Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa who has been in touch with his Cambodian and Thai counterparts after the clashes today. Indonesia, as ASEAN Chair, has been actively facilitating dialogue between the two countries to resolve their differences peacefully. This is important for the long term relationship of Cambodia and Thailand, as well as in the broader interests of ASEAN."
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SINGAPORE
22 APRIL 2011