Diplomatic talks undertaken by Malaysian representatives with Thailand and Cambodia aimed at preventing additional conflicts.
After a series of violent skirmishes along their shared border, Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to a 13-point ceasefire implementation plan. The agreement, brokered by Malaysia and monitored by ASEAN, is currently in effect.
The ceasefire, which came into force in early August 2025, includes an immediate cessation of all weapons use and attacks on civilians or military targets. Both nations have agreed to maintain their troop deployments as of July 28, 2025, with no forward movements or increased troop presence.
Provocative actions such as military patrols or infrastructure construction beyond respective territories have been prohibited. Both countries have also agreed to respect international humanitarian law, including the treatment of captured soldiers. Mechanisms for local-level discussions in case of armed conflict have been established to prevent escalation.
The agreement follows deadly clashes in late July 2025, which displaced hundreds of thousands of civilians and resulted in dozens of deaths. Malaysia's Prime Minister played a mediation role, with ASEAN acting as observers to help stabilize the situation.
A coordination team consisting of four representatives from each side has been established. The Malaysian delegation will proceed to Phnom Penh for further discussions with the Cambodian counterpart. The General Border Committee (GBC) meeting is scheduled for Aug 4.
Thai troops have retaliated "appropriately" and in "self-defence" according to Thailand's army spokesman Winthai Suvaree. However, Cambodia and Thailand have agreed to an unconditional ceasefire following peace talks in Malaysia to end the fighting in disputed zones along their 800km border.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of Malaysia expressed his focus on finding a peaceful resolution to the Thai-Cambodian conflict to ensure ASEAN's continued stability and security. The US Ambassador to Malaysia has urged Thailand and Cambodia to uphold the ceasefire.
General Mohd Nizam Jaffar, Chief of Defence Forces, led a diplomatic delegation to Thailand and Cambodia for discussions. The renewed agreement includes upholding the ceasefire, prohibiting attacks on civilians, and halting any further troop reinforcements.
As of August 2025, there has been no significant breach reported since the agreement, indicating the ceasefire remains stable under this framework. The situation is being closely monitored by ASEAN observers to ensure compliance.
