At a press briefing today, Guo Jiakun, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said Beijing will step in to mediate the ongoing border tensions between Cambodia and Thailand. As a neighbor and friend to both, China is urging a ceasefire to prevent more civilian harm and is offering its platform for direct talks.
Yesterday, Foreign Minister Wang Yi made separate calls with his counterparts in Phnom Penh and Bangkok, stressing the need to pull back from armed skirmishes. At the same time, China’s special envoy has been shuttling between both capitals, delivering peace messages like a diplomatic courier 🚌.
Why it matters: These border flare-ups affect everyday life—markets close, families feel the tension, and cross-border projects like the Cambodia–Thailand railway (part of the Belt and Road plan) get delayed. Many young pros in the region are watching these developments closely for future job and travel opportunities.
What’s next: Talks are set to kick off in Beijing soon, with both sides working out a ceasefire deal and a roadmap for disputed areas. A successful agreement could boost ASEAN unity, unblock trade links, and make those weekend border road trips a reality 🚗✨.
China’s active role shows how regional diplomacy can step in when tensions flare. We’ll keep you posted on how these peace talks unfold, so stay tuned! 🙌
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China steps up mediation efforts in Cambodia-Thailand conflict
cgtn.com
