Thailand and Cambodia De-escalate Border Tensions After Deadly Clashes

Thailand and Cambodia Reach Agreement to Ease Border Tensions On June 9, 2025, Thailand and Cambodia announced a significant agreement to de-escalate tensions along their shared border. The agreement follows a deadly clash on May 28th that resulted in the death of a Cambodian soldier. Both countries have agreed to readjust troop deployments in disputed areas to prevent further conflict. Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha publicly confirmed the agreement, stating, "This is a positive step towards peace and stability in the region." Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon added that the troop repositioning is based on a 2024 agreement, emphasizing the commitment to maintaining peace. The agreement is a significant step towards resolving long-standing border disputes and fostering a more stable relationship between the two nations. The successful de-escalation demonstrates the importance of diplomatic efforts in resolving international conflicts.