US Pledges $45 Million Aid to Thailand, Cambodia for Regional Stability

• The United States will provide $45 million in aid to Thailand and Cambodia to support stability and economic growth in Southeast Asia.
• US Assistant Secretary of State Michael DeSombre announced the aid during a virtual briefing from Bangkok, where he is discussing the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord.
• The aid includes $15 million for border stabilization, $10 million for demining, and $20 million to combat scam operations and drug trafficking.
• The assistance aims to ease tensions from unresolved territorial disputes and expand cooperation between the US and both nations.
• China has also provided humanitarian aid to Cambodia and offered assistance to Thailand, highlighting competition for influence in the region.

Why It Matters: US commits $45 million to Thailand and Cambodia to foster regional stability and economic growth.