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US supports Malaysia, ASEAN’s role in easing Thailand-Cambodia tension

The US has described Malaysia's role as Chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as vital in helping ease tension between Thailand and Cambodia.

A Thai vehicle near Thailand-Cambodia border (Photo: Reuters)
A Thai vehicle near Thailand-Cambodia border (Photo: Reuters)

Kuala Lumpur (VNA) – The US has described Malaysia's role as Chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as vital in helping ease tension between Thailand and Cambodia.

US Ambassador to Malaysia Edgard Kagan said Malaysia's leadership was evident in the successful hosting of the General Border Committee (GBC) Meeting on August 7, which brought the concerned parties together.

Kagan, who attended the meeting as an observer, added that the US strongly supports Malaysia’s role in ASEAN and is working closely with the country to develop long-term mechanisms to ensure the ceasefire holds.

“President Donald Trump has engaged very actively on this, and this is very high priority for him”, he said, adding that the US would continue to monitor developments closely and support ASEAN-led efforts to preserve peace in the region./.

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