China Brokers Cambodia-Thailand Ceasefire 2025: A Diplomatic Milestone
China has brokered a critical China Cambodia Thailand ceasefire 2025. Explore the details of the Yunnan talks and the diplomatic friction caused by Donald Trump's claims.
Is this a lasting peace or just a strategic pause? China has successfully brokered a deal between Cambodia and Thailand to stop the fighting and resume bilateral exchanges. Following a high-stakes trilateral meeting on December 29, 2025, in Yunnan province, all parties committed to rebuilding political trust and safeguarding regional stability.
China Cambodia Thailand ceasefire 2025 Details
The discussions, hosted by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, brought together Thai counterpart Sihasak Phuangketkeow and Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn. Military representatives also participated, signaling the seriousness of the security commitments. According to Beijing’s foreign ministry, the sides agreed to work step-by-step toward normal exchanges and move forward together.
The ceasefire agreement was hard won and must not be allowed to stall, be abandoned halfway or give way to a renewed outbreak of fighting.
Trump Claims Credit via Truth Social
Just hours after the breakthrough, a new narrative emerged from Washington. President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to claim responsibility for the peace deal. He posted that the fighting would stop "momentarily" due to his administration's recently agreed treaty. This conflicting attribution highlights the ongoing battle for diplomatic influence in Southeast Asia between the US and China.
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