Cambodian authorities announced the submission of Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize
In an unexpected turn of events, Cambodia's Prime Minister, Hun Manet, has nominated former US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. This nomination comes in recognition of Trump's significant role in brokering a ceasefire that ended a violent border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand in 2025.
The clashes between the two countries began on July 24 and lasted for five days, resulting in the tragic deaths of 19 people, including six soldiers, according to Thai authorities, and 13 deaths reported by Cambodia. The hostilities displaced hundreds of thousands of people, making it a potentially catastrophic conflict.
However, the timely intervention by Trump prevented a full-blown war. His efforts, alongside mediation efforts by Malaysian and Chinese officials, led to a ceasefire agreement on July 28, as confirmed by the Thai government on August 7.
In his letter to the Norwegian Nobel Committee, Hun Manet highlighted Trump's "historic contributions in advancing world peace" and his "extraordinary statesmanship" in preventing a potentially devastating war between the two countries. The nomination also reflects a notable shift in Cambodian foreign relations, as Cambodia traditionally aligns with China but appeared to be warming ties with the US through this gesture.
This is not Trump's first Nobel Peace Prize nomination. He has also been nominated by leaders from Pakistan and Israel in prior years. Public support in Cambodia included a peace march with Buddhist monks thanking Trump for his role in the ceasefire and backing his Nobel nomination.
The nomination is based on Trump's efforts to resolve the conflict on the border between Cambodia and Thailand. Hun Manet, a significant figure, stated the nomination reflects gratitude for Trump's diplomatic mediation. The Cambodian Prime Minister credited Trump with "visionary and innovative diplomacy" that helped stop the hostilities.
It is worth noting that the Nobel Committee typically does not publicly confirm nominations until the award announcement in October. However, this nomination was publicly announced by Cambodia's Prime Minister himself.
In a separate development, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented a letter to Donald Trump in early July, proposing his nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize to the committee. This proposal, however, was made prior to the Cambodia-Thailand conflict resolution.
This news marks a significant moment in international diplomacy, with Trump's potential recognition for his role in achieving peace worldwide. The Nobel Committee will announce the winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in October. Until then, the world waits with bated breath to see if Trump's nomination will result in a well-deserved award.
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- In light of Trump's decisive role in brokering a ceasefire that ended a previous war-and-conflicts between Cambodia and Thailand in 2025, Donald Trump's nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize by Cambodia's Prime Minister, Hun Manet, can be seen as a significant move in general-news regarding international politics.
- Besides the nomination by Cambodia, Trump has already been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by leaders from Pakistan and Israel in prior years, reflecting a growing recognition of his diplomatic skills for brokering peace and resolving conflicts.
