YUNNAN — Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa, currently traveling to attend the 10th Mekong-Lancang Cooperation (MLC) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and participate in discussions with member countries in Anning, Yunnan Province, China, from August 13-15, 2025, has engaged in diplomatic talks regarding Thai-Cambodia border tensions.
Maris said he accepted an invitation from Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to join an informal tea discussion with Wang Yi and Cambodian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhun during the 10th MLC Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Anning, China.
The Thai Foreign Minister expressed gratitude for China’s constructive role in supporting peaceful resolution of Thai-Cambodia issues through various bilateral mechanisms and the effective implementation of ceasefire agreements, with support from ASEAN.
He emphasized the urgent need for Thai-Cambodia cooperation in clearing landmines along the border, describing this as a crucial step in reducing tensions and restoring normalcy to the border areas. He thanked Wang Yi for his support on this issue, which is expected to be discussed at the upcoming Regional Border Committee (RBC) meeting.
Another point of consensus among all parties was the necessity to avoid spreading misinformation on social media.
The discussions come as Thailand and Cambodia work to resolve recent border tensions through diplomatic channels, with regional partners playing supportive roles in facilitating dialogue between the neighboring nations.
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