The Government of Thailand wants to improve diplomatic relations with Cambodia but needs to protect its prestige and sovereignty.

The statement was made by Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva in his speech delivered on the country’s radio and television on December 27.

Abhisit pointed out that he had not regarded the speeches made by Cambodian counterpart Hun Sen of a coup d'état in Cambodia as a hurdle to the building of bilateral diplomatic ties.

Thailand will consider appointing an ambassador to Phnom Penh if the Cambodian government withdraws their remarks on the Thai judiciary system and adjust their stance, the Thai PM said./.