Thailand and Cambodia Consider Cease-Fire
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U.S.-backed talks to end the border war, in which militaries have killed dozens of people and displaced hundreds of thousands, began on Monday in Malaysia.
PUTRAJAYA: The successful peace negotiations between Cambodia and Thailand is a pivotal step towards restoring harmony and stability between the two countries, say the nations' leaders.
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on Monday said an unconditional ceasefire agreed with Thailand offered a chance for a "return to normalcy" in relations after five days of clashes.
People on both sides of the border share a cultural heritage much older than modern nation-states, dating back to the ancient Khmer civilization.
Fighting continues along the border between Thailand and Cambodia on July 24, at key conflict points: Ta Mone Thom Temple, Ta Krabey Temple, the Mom Bei area and near Preah Vihear Temple.
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