Former President Donald Trump took to social media on Saturday, advocating for an immediate ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand amid escalating border violence that has led to significant casualties.
Trump Urges Cambodia and Thailand to Achieve Immediate Peace
Trump Urges Cambodia and Thailand to Achieve Immediate Peace
In a private golf trip, Trump presses for a ceasefire between warring nations to enable trade negotiations.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated he had engaged in conversations with both Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thai acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, emphasizing the need for both nations to swiftly collaborate towards peace. His comments occurred during a visit to his property in Scotland, expressing hope that peace talks would pave the way for resuming trade discussions. He highlighted that trade agreements cannot be finalized while conflicts persist.
The ongoing clashes, which began on July 24, have claimed the lives of over 33 soldiers and civilians, displacing thousands from both nations. With new US tariffs set to be imposed on goods imported from Cambodia and Thailand on August 1, Trump's intervention hints at a strategic move to alleviate tensions before this deadline. Thailand's foreign minister called on Cambodia for a sincere commitment to ending the conflict, which remains critical for advancing talks.
As both nations seek peace, Trump's push for resolution may influence the upcoming trade landscape between the United States and Southeast Asia.
The ongoing clashes, which began on July 24, have claimed the lives of over 33 soldiers and civilians, displacing thousands from both nations. With new US tariffs set to be imposed on goods imported from Cambodia and Thailand on August 1, Trump's intervention hints at a strategic move to alleviate tensions before this deadline. Thailand's foreign minister called on Cambodia for a sincere commitment to ending the conflict, which remains critical for advancing talks.
As both nations seek peace, Trump's push for resolution may influence the upcoming trade landscape between the United States and Southeast Asia.
