has requested Thailand to move upcoming border negotiations to Kuala Lumpur, citing safety concerns amid ongoing clashes that have killed over 40 people and displaced more than 900,000 residents. The request aims to ensure a neutral environment for bilateral talks.
Thailand’s defence and foreign officials have assured Cambodia that a meeting in Chanthaburi, near the border, would be safe, while discussions continue on finalizing the venue. The talks are scheduled to address truce terms and involve technical committees over two days.
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The long-standing border conflict reignited this month, breaking a previous ceasefire brokered by the United States, China, and Malaysia. Both sides have blamed each other for attacks, including shelling of towns and civilian areas near Poipet and along contested border provinces.
Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow emphasized the meeting will follow the existing bilateral border committee framework, while Cambodia stressed the importance of safety and neutrality, with Malaysia agreeing to host the talks if required.
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International attention has increased, with former U.S. President Donald Trump highlighting the conflict and previous mediation efforts, while both nations work to restore stability along their tense border regions.