China has denied claims that its weapons were used by Cambodia in recent border clashes with Thailand, insisting it had no part in escalating the conflict.

The denial comes after speculation in regional media that Chinese-made rockets were deployed by Cambodian forces during violent exchanges between July 24 and 28, reigniting scrutiny over Beijing’s growing military and economic influence in Southeast Asia.

In response to a media inquiry, a spokesperson from the Chinese Embassy in Bangkok stated that China had not provided Cambodia with any military equipment for use against Thailand.