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Philippines ready to mediate Cambodia, Thailand talks in 2026
The Philippines is prepared to mediate the border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand once it formally assumes the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in January 2026.
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) stated that Manila is ready to act as a facilitator or mediator should both parties agree to utilize the good offices of the ASEAN Chair.
This readiness was declared following a special meeting of ASEAN Foreign Ministers in Kuala Lumpur, convened by Malaysia to address the recent escalation of clashes.
The conflict has resulted in casualties and displacement, prompting concern from international bodies.
Thailand and Cambodia have agreed for their defense chiefs to meet to potentially resume a ceasefire previously negotiated in July and formalized in October.
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