China Boosts Mediation in Cambodia-Thailand Border Dispute After Ceasefire

• China hosted a trilateral meeting with Cambodia and Thailand to mediate their violent border dispute.
• The meeting followed a fresh ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia after weeks of fighting that killed over 100.
• Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged peace and stability, emphasizing China's role as a friend to both nations.
• Held in Yunnan, the meeting highlights China's growing influence as an international mediator in Asian regional crises.
• The new ceasefire includes Thailand repatriating 18 Cambodian soldiers and adherence to anti-landmine agreements.

Why It Matters: China actively mediates the Cambodia-Thailand border dispute, boosting its regional diplomatic influence.