Unclos push 'not legally binding' (opens original article in a new tab)

A Thai senator said Cambodia's use of the Unclos conciliation process would not result in legally binding decisions for Thailand, as recommendations would be non-binding and Thailand could reject them.

• Senate committee chairman stated that Cambodia's use of Unclos conciliation process would not make recommendations legally binding on Thailand.
• The process allows Thailand and Cambodia to appoint representatives and select an independent chairman to form a committee for dispute resolution.
• Thailand prefers bilateral negotiations and retains the right to reject any conciliation proposals it deems against its interests.