KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will continue to serve as a fair and responsible facilitator in helping Thailand and Cambodia reach a lasting resolution to their ongoing border dispute, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
In a Facebook post on Friday (Nov 14), Anwar said Malaysia remains firmly committed to regional security, which is crucial for the stability of South-East Asia.
Anwar said he had a telephone conversation with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on Friday to assess the latest developments on the issue.
“During the conversation, I expressed our appreciation for Cambodia’s mature approach in choosing the path of peace and prioritising solutions through healthy negotiations and dialogue.
“Malaysia fully supports Cambodia’s commitment to using the agreed mechanisms and upholding the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord dated Oct 26, 2025, as the basis to end this longstanding dispute,” he posted.
Anwar said this principle is vital to ensuring that differences are managed calmly, systematically and in line with regional understanding.
Hun Manet, in his own Facebook post, expressed sincere thanks to Anwar for Malaysia’s active role in facilitating efforts toward a peaceful solution to the border dispute between Cambodia and Thailand.
International media reported on Monday that Thai Armed Forces chief had announced the suspension of all agreements with Cambodia following a landmine explosion along the two countries’ border, heightening tensions after clashes in July.
Four Thai soldiers were reportedly injured after a landmine exploded during a patrol in Sisaket province, Thailand, with one losing his right leg.
The Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord was signed by Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Hun Manet, witnessed by Anwar and United States President Donald Trump, on the sidelines of the 47th Asean Summit last month. – Bernama
