On August 7, 2025, defense officials from Cambodia and Thailand convened in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to finalize a 13-point ceasefire plan aimed at addressing ongoing tensions along their shared border. The meeting was co-chaired by Cambodian Defense Minister Gen. Tea Seiha and Thailand's Acting Defense Minister Gen. Nattaphon Narkphanit, with the participation of Malaysian officials and observers from the United States and China.

This agreement follows a five-day conflict that erupted on July 24, resulting in at least 43 deaths and displacing over 300,000 people. The violence marked the worst fighting between the two nations in over a decade, with artillery exchanges and airstrikes reported along the border.

The ceasefire plan includes commitments to avoid troop reinforcements, refrain from provocative military actions, and protect civilians. Both sides have agreed to maintain their current troop deployments and to establish an ASEAN observer team to monitor compliance with the ceasefire terms.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim welcomed the agreement, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and cooperation in achieving lasting peace. The meeting also reaffirmed the commitment to uphold the ceasefire that was initially agreed upon on July 28, 2025, which had brought an end to the immediate hostilities.

In a joint statement, both countries expressed appreciation for Malaysia's role in facilitating the discussions and reiterated their commitment to peaceful coexistence. The next General Border Committee meeting is scheduled to take place within a month to further discuss the implementation of the ceasefire and address any arising issues.

The border dispute between Cambodia and Thailand has historical roots, with tensions often flaring over undemarcated areas along their 817-kilometer border, which was first mapped during the French colonial period in 1907. The recent clashes have heightened concerns about regional stability and the humanitarian impact on affected communities.