Thailand has reinforced its military presence along a disputed border with Cambodia, following an increase in troops on the other side, Thailand's defence minister said on Saturday. Tensions between t

Thailand’s top army official designated commanders of two task forces to oversee border crossings with Cambodia as tensions simmer following a skirmish in late May.

Although intense national pride is key to the standoff between Thailand and Cambodia, it’s not the only factor. The long-disputed land to the north of the Cambodian-owned Preah Vihear temple means that Thailand currently controls easy access to the temple grounds,