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Malaysia's Role In Thai-Cambodia Border Talks Shows Depth Of Bilateral Trust
Chairman of the Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia, Datuk Prof Dr Mohd Faiz Abdullah with Thailand's Ambassador to Malaysia, Lada Phumas (right) during the Thailand-Malaysia Strategic Dialogue at the ISIS Malaysia. --fotoBERNAMA (2025) COPYRIGHT RESERVED
Thailand's Ambassador to Malaysia, Lada Phumas, delivers her keynote address during the Thailand-Malaysia Strategic Dialogue at the Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia. --fotoBERNAMA (2025) COPYRIGHT RESERVED
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's role as facilitator in the recent Thai–Cambodia border negotiations is a testament to the trust and strength underpinning the bilateral partnership between Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok, Thailand's Ambassador to Malaysia Lada Phumas said.
'The ceasefire agreement, followed by the extraordinary Thailand–Cambodia General Border Committee (GBC) meeting in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 7, reflected not only Malaysia's constructive diplomacy but also Thailand's confidence in 'a friend like Malaysia', she said.
She made the remarks in her keynote address at the Thailand–Malaysia Strategic Dialogue, held on Friday and co-hosted by the Royal Thai Embassy in Kuala Lumpur and the Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia.
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On Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship, Lada pointed out that it presents a timely opportunity to advance regional priorities and strengthen ASEAN centrality.
'ASEAN remains our common platform and shield. With Malaysia leading in 2025, we have the chance to promote unity in diversity with people at its core,' she said.
As Thailand's ASEAN Chairmanship in 2028 will follow the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2027, Lada said this offers a strategic opportunity for both countries to coordinate more closely.
'Together, we can ensure continuity in ASEAN's agenda, push forward connectivity projects, and deepen regional integration. We must also project a strong voice on the global stage to shape a prosperous future,' she added.
On Thailand–Malaysia Strategic Dialogue, Lada said discussions are expected to help guide the development of the Thailand–Malaysia Strategic Vision 2027.
She outlined three key areas of focus namely strengthening political trust through sustained dialogue, deepening economic resilience through trade, investment and innovation, and improving infrastructure and people-to-people mobility.
