Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, effective midnight on July 28, 2025, following five days of deadly clashes along their border. The agreement was reached after a mediation meeting between Thai Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, facilitated by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
The border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia has been ongoing for years, with both countries claiming a disputed area due to a vague demarcation made by Cambodia’s French colonial administrators in 1907. The recent clashes have resulted in at least 36 deaths and over 200,000 people displaced. The conflict has also led to significant damage to homes, temples, and other infrastructure in the border region.
The ceasefire agreement marks a vital first step towards de-escalation and restoration of peace and security in the region. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated that senior military officials from both sides would convene an informal meeting to discuss further steps towards a more permanent solution. Both Phumtham and Hun thanked US President Donald Trump for supporting the talks.
The agreement paves the way for future
discussions between the two countries to normalize relations and rebuild trust. Hun Manet expressed hope that the ceasefire would provide opportunities for hundreds of thousands of people on both sides to return to normalcy. Anwar emphasized that the ceasefire is a crucial step towards restoring peace and security in the region
