Thailand erects Buddha statue where once stood Vishnu statue; Cambodia is furious: What is the issue and why is it sensitive?

This dispute began after a clash between Thai and Cambodian soldiers in December 2025.

Buddha statue replaces Hindu deity's idol at disputed Thailand–Cambodia border site

A newly installed Buddha statue at a disputed Thailand-Cambodia border site has reignited tensions, after Thai forces earlier ...

Buddha Statue Built In Place Of Hindu Idol On Disputed Thai-Cambodia Border

A Buddha statue has been built on Thailand's disputed border with Cambodia, Bangkok's army said Saturday, the same site where ...

Cambodia protests Thai installation of Buddha statue in Preah Vihear

Cambodia's Ministry of Cults and Religion has issued a formal protest against the Thai military for installing a Buddha ...

Thailand Vishnu statue demolition row: Thailand installs Buddha statue at the same site amid border dispute with Cambodia

Thailand has installed a Buddha statue at the disputed Thailand-Cambodia border, replacing a demolished Lord Vishnu statue.
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Searching for a land of gold

A traveller journeys across Southeast Asia to trace Suvarnabhumi, following ancient Indian sea routes through food, faith, ...

Triad cultural organizations prepare for arrival of monks on walk for peace

The monks will be stopping through Lexington and other Triad cities within the next week. See how you can meet them here.
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Businessman extradited from Cambodia to China suspected of running vast online criminal empire

Prosecutors in the United States say Chen Zhi boasted of pulling in $30 million a day. Chen is being called a suspected criminal mastermind. He's a onetime internet cafe manager who authorities ...