Thailand and Cambodia Seek Ceasefire Resolution Amid Historical Border Disputes

Thailand and Cambodia are working towards a ceasefire resolution after recent clashes on their long-disputed border. A key meeting in Malaysia is set to address these tensions. A previous agreement reduced tariffs imposed by the U.S. from 36% to 19%. Historical disputes revolve around ownership claims over several ancient temples.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 01-08-2025 13:47 IST | Created: 01-08-2025 13:47 IST
Thailand and Cambodia Seek Ceasefire Resolution Amid Historical Border Disputes
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Thailand and Cambodia, embroiled in a historic border conflict, are striving for a ceasefire after recent hostilities. Key talks in Malaysia next week aim to stabilize the situation and avert further violence.

Border skirmishes erupted last week, leading to significant casualties and displacements. Achieving a temporary truce, influenced by U.S. diplomatic pressure, also helped reduce U.S. tariffs on Thai and Cambodian goods from 36% to 19%, promising economic relief for both countries' significant export markets.

With ancient temple ownership at the core of the decades-long border dispute, military and government officials plan to negotiate solutions. The upcoming General Border Committee meeting will include delegates from ASEAN and key international observers, seeking a lasting resolution to this stalemate.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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