In a move that’s got regional diplomacy trending, China has pledged to keep its peacemaking efforts on full throttle amid tensions between Cambodia and Thailand. The Chinese Foreign Ministry confirmed Tuesday it’ll stay in close contact with both nations to help lock in a fragile ceasefire agreement—proving once again that even geopolitics needs a good mediator. 🕊️
What’s the Deal?
Spokesperson Guo Jiakun highlighted China’s readiness to back efforts that “ease tensions, build trust, and achieve reconciliation” between the Southeast Asian neighbors. The announcement comes after a July 28 meeting between Cambodian and Thai leaders, brokered by ASEAN Chair Malaysia, which cooled tempers (for now).
ASEAN’s Role in the Spotlight
Shoutout to Malaysia 🇲🇾! Guo praised Kuala Lumpur’s leadership in steering the talks, calling the ceasefire an “important step forward.” China also doubled down on supporting ASEAN’s principles, signaling that regional teamwork might just be the secret sauce to keeping things stable.
As a neighbor to both countries, China’s playing the long game here: “Safeguarding peace is everyone’s business,” Guo added. Let’s see if cooler heads keep prevailing. 🤞
