Singapore, Jul. 25 (CNA): Singapore has called for restraint by Cambodia and Thailand amid rising tensions between the Southeast Asian neighbours, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said on Thursday (Jul 24).

This comes after the military forces of both countries traded fire along the neighbours’ shared border in a dramatic escalation of long-running territorial disputes.

"Singapore is deeply concerned by the clashes, and calls on both countries to exercise restraint and cease hostilities. We call on them to de-escalate tensions through diplomatic means and ensure the safety of all civilians," said MFA.