New Clashes At Thailand-Cambodia Border: A Comprehensive Military Comparison

Dec 08, 2025 11:49 am CST

This analysis examines the escalating border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia, comparing their military capabilities, defense budgets, and force structures as tensions rise following Thailand's recent air strikes and alleged ceasefire violations. The article highlights the significant disparity in military resources, with Thailand's $5.73 billion defense budget and 360,000 personnel substantially outmatching Cambodia's $1.3 billion budget and 124,300 personnel across land, air, and naval forces.