Summary
The military forces of Thailand and Cambodia are compared as tensions along their shared border have escalated. Thailand's military is larger and better equipped than Cambodia's, according to a recent assessment, following airstrikes after a ceasefire brokered by President Trump was breached. Both countries accuse each other of violating the truce, causing many people to flee the border area.
Key Facts
- Thailand's military ranked 25th globally, while Cambodia's ranks 95th.
- Thailand has over twice the military personnel as Cambodia, with 585,850 compared to 231,000.
- Thailand's defense budget is around $5.89 billion, which is over seven times Cambodia's $860 million budget.
- Thailand operates 493 military aircraft, compared to Cambodia's 25.
- Cambodia has more rocket projectors (463) than Thailand (26), indicating a focus on artillery.
- Cambodia receives military assistance from China but mainly uses older equipment.
- Thailand's modern military includes aircraft like the Saab Gripen and F-16s, while Cambodia lacks modern fighter jets.
- President Trump brokered a ceasefire between the two countries, which was later violated, leading to renewed conflict.
