Welcoming Immediate Ceasefire Between Thailand and Cambodia, Anwar Hopes for Concrete Fulfillment of Promises

(Kuala Lumpur, 28th) Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar has welcomed Cambodia and Thailand’s agreement to implement an immediate ceasefire from noon on Saturday (local time), ending all hostile activities at the border and thus putting a stop to the renewed conflict that erupted on the 7th of this month.

He posted on his Facebook page yesterday, stating that the decision to cease fire while maintaining troops at their posts demonstrates both sides’ mutual recognition of restraint, primarily to protect the rights and interests of civilians.

He pointed out that the joint statement released alongside the ceasefire agreement outlines practical and effective positive measures, including verification by the ASEAN observer group, and direct communication between the defense departments of both countries.

“These commitments lay the foundation for stability. I hope both parties can earnestly fulfill these promises.”

“Malaysia will hand over the ASEAN rotating chairmanship to the Philippines at midnight on January 1, 2026. We will support all efforts to ensure the fulfillment of these commitments and uphold ASEAN’s reputation and credibility as a region of peace.”

Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Tea Seiha and Thai Minister of Defense Sutin Klungsang signed a joint statement from the special session of the third General Border Committee (GBC) on Saturday morning at the international border crossing between Banteay Meanchey Province, Cambodia, and Chanthaburi Province, Thailand.