Kuala lumpur: Malaysia's diplomatic efforts in addressing the Cambodia-Thailand conflict must be respected by all parties, regardless of political differences, Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching said. She emphasized that Malaysia's role in facilitating the ceasefire between the two nations should not be ridiculed or made light of by anyone, including political figures.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Teo stressed the importance of respecting the diplomatic achievements, stating, "Although there are political differences, no leader should make fun of this. I understand that in politics, especially from the opposition, there is bound to be criticism of the government and its leaders. But don't make fun of this. It is a serious matter affecting ASEAN countries, and lives have been lost. Do not belittle the leaders of other nations either," she told reporters after delivering her remarks at the Malaysia-China Tech and Trade Cooperation Exchange Conference 2025.

Teo highlighted the significant role played by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in facilitating the ceasefire agreement. She noted that the Prime Minister had effectively utilized Malaysia's position as ASEAN Chair to host a crucial meeting that led to the immediate ceasefire agreement between Bangkok and Phnom Penh. "As Malaysians, we should be proud of what the Prime Minister has achieved as a national leader and what Malaysia has accomplished as ASEAN Chair. I believe he (Anwar) has done an excellent job, not just for Thailand and Cambodia, but for the entire ASEAN region," she said.

Yesterday, Anwar announced that both Thailand and Cambodia had agreed to an immediate and unconditional ceasefire to de-escalate tensions along the disputed border, following a special meeting chaired by him in Putrajaya. The meeting was attended by Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thailand's Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai.