October 14, 2025
PHNOM PENH – In a move which may have been influenced by US President Donald trump, Cambodian Minister of Foreign Affairs and international Cooperation Prak Sokhonn and his Thai counterpart held a quadripartite meeting with the US and Malaysia yesterday, to discuss a possible resolution to the ongoing border dispute.
Trump has reportedly expressed a desire to oversee the signing of a peace agreement between the two neighbouring Kingdoms, with the exclusion of China, who served in an observer’s role during the signing of the July 28 ceasefire agreement.
An October statement from the foreign ministry explained that the Sunday, October 12 meeting in Malaysia demonstrated a shared desire for peace and stability between Cambodia and Thailand, as well as in the entire region.
The ministry noted that Cambodia reiterated its firm commitment to resolving disputes peacefully, without the use of force, and with respect for international law.
Sokhonn thanked Malaysia and the US for their constructive efforts in facilitating the quadripartite meeting. He emphasised the importance of ensuring the full and effective implementation of the ceasefire terms and all agreements reached under the framework of the General Border Committee (GBC), the Regional Border Committee (RBC) and the Joint Border Commission (JBC), according to the ministry statement.
He also stressed that “sincerity must be demonstrated through real actions on the ground”.
Sokhonn stated that as a country scarred by decades, or even centuries, of conflict, Cambodia is well aware of the dire consequences of war. This clearly shows why it have always considered peace to be its most valuable asset.
“Cambodia has maintained a steadfast position in resolving disputes peacefully, in full compliance with international law. We have no intention of taking what is not ours. But at the same time, we will not accept losing what rightfully belongs to us. What we seek is a fair, impartial and law-based solution that will ensure lasting peace for our people,” he was quoted as saying.
During the meeting, he highlighted a recent agreement between Cambodia and Thailand to jointly reduce tensions and rebuild trust, such as the withdrawal of heavy weapons, humanitarian demining, combating cross-border crime, managing civilian settlements along the border and countering misinformation.
Sokhonn also reiterated Cambodia’s commitment to working with Thailand as a permanent neighbour.