Kuala Lumpur – Thailand and Cambodia have formally agreed to a peace accord, signing a joint declaration in Kuala Lumpur today. This agreement marks a significant step towards ending hostilities and restoring peace along their disputed border regions.
The agreement was signed by Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit in the Malaysian capital. The signing ceremony was witnessed by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, in his capacity as the current chair of ASEAN.
Also present at the signing was US President Donald Trump, who is currently on an Asian tour, with Malaysia being his first stop.
This declaration builds upon a ceasefire agreement reached in July following extensive discussions between the two nations. The core of the new accord centers around the establishment of an ASEAN observer team. This team will be responsible for monitoring compliance with the peace terms and preventing any recurrence of clashes in the border areas.
The border conflicts this past summer resulted in at least 43 fatalities, underscoring the urgent need for a lasting resolution. The ASEAN observer team is viewed as crucial to maintaining stability and preventing future loss of life.
Malaysia, as the chair of ASEAN for this year, is hosting the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur from October 26th to 28th. The summit provides a platform for regional leaders to address pressing issues and further strengthen cooperation within the ASEAN community. This peace agreement between Thailand and Cambodia represents a significant achievement for ASEAN’s role in conflict resolution and regional stability.
