As reported in a previous posting, the on-going dispute between Thailand and Cambodia over the Temple of Preah Vihear is once again before the International Court of Justice. Cambodia has requested an interpretation of the original judgment of the Court in order to settle some differences of opinion between the two parties. The situation on the ground has been highly tense. Indeed, clashes between soldiers have caused several casualties, as well as damage to the temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Negotiations taking place under the auspices of ASEAN had failed to make any advances on the issue and despite a call…