Chanthaburi, Thailand — Following weeks of deadly skirmishes along their disputed border, Thailand and Cambodia have officially signed a ceasefire agreement. The deal, signed by Thai Defense Minister Natthapon Nakpanich and Cambodian Deputy PM Tea Seiha, went into effect at noon today. Thailand and Cambodia
The conflict had escalated recently with reports of Thai airstrikes and heavy artillery exchanges that displaced thousands of villagers on both sides of the border. The ceasefire is seen as a victory for regional diplomacy within ASEAN, though experts warn that the underlying territorial disputes near the ancient Preah Vihear temple remain unresolved. Both nations have agreed to a joint border commission to begin the process of de-escalation and the return of displaced civilians.
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