December 13, 2025 | 09:27 am
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said his government will soon convene a meeting of ASEAN foreign ministers to discuss efforts to de-escalate rising tensions between Thailand and Cambodia.
“As ASEAN Chair, Malaysia will convene a Special ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting soon, in a way to assess the situation and support de-escalation measures,” Anwar said in a statement issued in Kuala Lumpur early Saturday, December 13, 2025, as reported by Antara.
Anwar also revealed that he received a phone call from United States President Donald J. Trump on Friday night. The two leaders discussed the situation along the Thailand–Cambodia border, as well as bilateral relations and broader global issues of mutual concern.
Addressing the border tensions, Anwar said Malaysia has been encouraging both Thailand and Cambodia to exercise restraint and return to dialogue through bilateral channels and ASEAN mechanisms.
He added that Malaysia stands ready to support efforts aimed at easing tensions, protecting civilians, and restoring regional stability, in keeping with the principles of cooperation and good relations among ASEAN member states.
Anwar also expressed appreciation for the United States’ active engagement with ASEAN and for the confidence placed in Malaysia in its role as ASEAN Chair in 2025.
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