JAKARTA - Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has highlighted the recent clashes between Cambodian and Thai troops along their border.
"I am deeply concerned by reports of armed clashes between Cambodian and Thai troops along our border. I extend my condolences to the families of those killed or injured," Anwar said in a statement in Kuala Lumpur on Monday, December 8, as reported by ANTARA.
Last October, the leaders of Cambodia and Thailand signed a peace agreement on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, witnessed by Anwar, the then ASEAN Chair, and US President Donald Trump.
Anwar stated that the latest clashes risked eroding efforts to stabilize relations between the two neighboring countries.
He emphasized that Thailand and Cambodia are close partners of Malaysia and important members of ASEAN.
Anwar urged both sides to exercise restraint, maintain open channels of communication, and fully utilize available mechanisms.
"Malaysia stands ready to support any measures that can help restore calm and prevent further incidents," Anwar said.
He emphasized that ASEAN cannot allow long-term disputes to develop into a cycle of confrontation.
The top priority now, Anwar said, is to stop the fighting, protect civilians, and return to a diplomatic path in accordance with international law and the spirit of neighborliness that underpins ASEAN.
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