US President Donald Trump mediated in the Thailand-Cambodia border conflict, warning both countries that the US would not enter into a trade agreement if the war continued. A ceasefire was agreed upon after negotiations.
Thailand Cambodia Ceasefire: Thailand and Cambodia have a long-standing border dispute that has recently flared up again. Tensions remain high between the two countries, and this situation has often escalated into violent conflict. Recently, discussions took place between the prime ministers of both countries, but despite this, incidents of shelling and violence have continued on the border.
Donald Trump's Intervention
In light of this tension, US President Donald Trump has attempted to mediate. Trump spoke separately with the leaders of Thailand and Cambodia, trying to get both to agree to a ceasefire. He stated that he wants to end the ongoing conflict between the two countries and has warned that he will use trade as an effective means to do so.
'No Trade Deal If War Doesn't Stop' - Trump
Trump clarified that the US trades extensively with both countries. Therefore, if the conflict continues, the US will withdraw from a potential trade deal. He conveyed this message to both prime ministers via phone calls. According to him, as soon as the conversation ended, he received indications that both countries now want to end the war.
Hopes for Reconciliation Shown by Giving the Example of India-Pakistan
In his statement, Trump cited the situation between India and Pakistan, saying that he had also resolved that dispute. He said that if conflict can be stopped through trade, it would be an honor for him. He claimed that India and Pakistan were also once in a similar state of war, but his efforts brought both sides to the negotiating table.
The Effect of Trump's Warning is Visible
Donald Trump reported that he has spoken with Thailand's acting Prime Minister Poomtham Wechayachai and Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet. He warned that if both countries do not resolve the border dispute soon, the United States will halt any kind of trade cooperation.
Agreement for Ceasefire Talks
Following Trump's stern warning, the leaders of both countries have agreed to mutual talks. Trump said that both sides are now ready to move towards a ceasefire and lasting peace. He claimed that both countries are also willing to return to the trading table soon.
Trump's Peace Message from Scotland
Currently, Donald Trump is on a tour of Scotland. From there, he posted on the Truth Social platform, informing that both countries have agreed to talk after his intervention. According to Trump, both leaders may meet soon and work towards restoring peace on the border.
