Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim spoke with Donald Trump about the border conflict, affirming Malaysia’s role in urging dialogue and ASEAN-led solutions
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim held a discussion with United States President Donald Trump concerning the Cambodia-Thailand border conflict.
Anwar said the matter was raised during a phone call from Trump, who also discussed bilateral relations and global issues of mutual interest.
Regarding the border tensions, Anwar explained Malaysia’s role in urging both countries to remain calm and return to negotiations through dialogue and ASEAN mechanisms.
“Malaysia remains ready to assist efforts to defuse the situation, protect civilians and restore regional stability, in line with the ASEAN spirit of good neighbourliness,” he said in a Facebook post.
As ASEAN Chairman, Anwar said Malaysia would convene a Special Meeting of ASEAN Foreign Ministers soon to assess the situation and support measures to de-escalate tensions.
He also expressed appreciation for the active engagement of the United States with ASEAN and the confidence in Malaysia’s 2025 ASEAN Chairmanship.
The century-old border conflict flared up again in July, leading to a five-day military clash.
The two countries later agreed to a ceasefire in Kuala Lumpur on July 24 before signing the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord on Oct 26 during the 47th ASEAN Summit.
That summit was witnessed by Anwar as ASEAN Chairman and by President Trump.
However, fighting has recently erupted again, causing several deaths and displacing thousands of people. – Bernama
