Phnom penh: Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet has emphasised that the key to resolving the ongoing armed clashes between Cambodia and Thailand lies in the genuine willingness of the Thai side to accept a ceasefire.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the Cambodian Premier made the remarks in a social media post this evening to clarify some unclear reporting in various international news outlets regarding Cambodia's position on the ceasefire proposed by H.E. Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia and the rotating ASEAN Chair.
He stated that H.E. Anwar Ibrahim requested a phone conversation with him on July 24, 2025, to discuss the fighting between the Cambodian and Thai militaries along the border. The Malaysian Prime Minister expressed his concern over the conflict and his desire for an immediate ceasefire to pave the way for a resolution between the two sides.
Samdech Thipadei noted that he assured H.E. Anwar Ibrahim of Cambodia's agreement to the ceasefire proposal, emphasizing that Cambodia did not initiate the conflict. An initial response from H.E. Anwar Ibrahim after discussions with H.E. Phumtham Wechayachai, acting Prime Minister of Thailand, indicated that Thailand had agreed to the ceasefire, setting 12:00 AM on July 24, 2025, as the time to cease hostilities.
However, Samdech Thipadei expressed regret that just over an hour later, Thailand informed them of a reversal in their position, deciding not to agree to the ceasefire and opting to wait for a later date. H.E. Anwar Ibrahim is reportedly well aware of this situation.
The Prime Minister concluded that resolving the current armed conflict between Thailand and Cambodia hinges on the genuine willingness of the Thai side to accept a ceasefire, marking the first step toward further solutions between the two countries.