Anwar-led talks yield ceasefire, reinforce Asean's role in regional peace


KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) --  The agreement on an immediate and unconditional ceasefire reached between Thailand and Cambodia during a special meeting held in Putrajaya on Monday highlighted  Asean's role as an effective mechanism in resolving regional disputes, as both parties complied with the bloc’s call for order. 

School of Law and Governance Senior Lecturer at Taylor’s University, Dr Julia Roknifard, said the desire of Asean members to avoid interference in the internal affairs of the grouping, prompted by United States President Donald Trump’s threats, has encouraged both Thailand and Cambodia to adhere to the principle of Asean centrality.

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