KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia-brokered peace negotiations are just a step towards a full resolution between Thailand and Cambodia over their border tensions, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
He said the situation along their border is still sensitive and tense.
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"(Despite) this early success, I hesitate to call it a major victory as... mutual accusations (are) still present," Anwar said during Prime Minister's Question Time in the Dewan Rakyat on Tuesday (Aug 5).
He also expressed gratitude to all parties, including Opposition MPs, for their support of the Malaysia-led ceasefire.
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He affirmed the country's readiness to continue monitoring the disputed borders between Thailand and Cambodia if necessary.
"The situation is under control with satellite monitoring in place.
“The resolution negotiations, coordinated by Malaysia, (are) attended by (both countries') defence attachés. We await a decision," he added.
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Anwar previously indicated that discussions to resolve the border tensions are expected to conclude by Thursday (Aug 7).
He said army generals from both countries are currently in Kuala Lumpur for a meeting coordinated by Malaysia.
