The Cambodian public has expressed it gratitude to Malaysia, as ASEAN chair, as well as the US and China, for their roles in securing the ceasefire agreement that was reached today, August 7, with both sides agreed to halt all attacks.
“These three nations continue to support the full and effective implementation of the ceasefire, reinforcing international confidence in the path of peace,” said Kin Phea, director of the International Relations Institute at Royal Academy of Cambodia.
“Cambodia, a peace-loving nation with an unwavering commitment to international harmony, has fully and sincerely implemented the ceasefire agreement. We remain steadfast in our dedication to peace, stability and mutual respect in the region,” he added.
While expressing Cambodia’s commitment to the ceasefire, Phea said that he hoped Thailand will do the same and to honour and implement both the ceasefire and the outcomes of today’s GBC meeting.
“Since the previous ceasefire came into effect, the Thai military has repeatedly and gravely violated its terms — through acts of aggression, unlawful detentions and deliberate provocations — undermining the very spirit and principles of the agreement made under international observation,” he said.
Similar hopes and concerns have been raised by social media users, with many cheering the ceasefire while fearing that Thailand may not respect it.
“I am a journalist and want permanent peace,” said veteran journalist Soy Sopheap, who has been actively covering the conflict.
