Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah have called on Cambodia and Thailand to continue observing their ceasefire agreement and to engage in dialogue aimed at finding a sustainable and peaceful solution.

The Malaysian news agency Bernama reported today that Anwar Ibrahim and Hassanal Bolkiah issued a joint statement following the 26th Annual Leaders’ Consultation in Malaysia on August 27. Their appeal focused on the implementation of the ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand.

The two leaders said that upholding the ceasefire reflects ASEAN’s principles of mutual respect, non-interference, and the peaceful settlement of disputes.

The joint statement reaffirmed that Malaysia and Brunei remain committed to ASEAN centrality and unity in promoting peace, stability, and development across the region, particularly at a time of global uncertainty.

An extraordinary meeting of the Cambodia–Thailand General Border Committee was held in Malaysia on August 7, 2025. At that meeting, both sides agreed on a 13-point protocol designed to guarantee a ceasefire along their disputed frontier.

The talks were convened at the request of the President of the United States, who urged both sides to reach an agreement after border clashes on July 24, 2025, escalated into open armed conflict.

On August 20, United States President Donald Trump sent a letter to Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, which was released publicly this week. In it, Trump expressed gratitude for Hun Manet’s nomination of him for the Nobel Peace Prize, following his role in mediating the Cambodia–Thailand ceasefire.

Donald Trump said he was deeply honored to have contributed to the end of armed hostilities between the two neighbors. He added that he believes Hun Manet is a distinguished leader who values human life and cherishes peace.