(Phnom Penh): Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet renewed his call for the prompt release of the 18 Cambodian soldiers on humanitarian grounds and as agreed in the Kuala Lumpur Joint Declaration.

"As permanent neighbors, Samdech Thipadei reiterated that both countries must continue to work hand in hand to ensure that their peoples can live side by side in peace, harmony, and shared prosperity for generations to come," according to the outcomes seen by Fresh News on Tuesday (Oct. 28).

"Taking this opportunity, Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet conveyed his deepest condolences to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on the passing of Queen Mother Sirikit. In response, Prime Minister Anutin expressed his appreciation to Samdech Thipadei for his kind letter of condolence and for Cambodia’s heartfelt sympathy during this time of mourning.

During the meeting, both sides discussed the Kuala Lumpur Joint Declaration, which was signed on 26 October 2025 and witnessed by Donald J. Trump, President of the United States of America, and Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia. They reaffirmed their steadfast commitment to respect and uphold the Kuala Lumpur Joint Declaration, which provides a framework for both countries to work toward peace, cooperation, and prosperity.

Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet underscored that this signing represents further progress since the agreement on the ceasefire, which has thus far helped maintain calm and stability along the border. He stated that the immediate task for both sides is to work closely together to ensure the full and faithful implementation of the Joint Declaration.

He further stressed that the implementation of the actions stipulated in the Joint Declaration is a shared responsibility and obligation of both sides. Through bilateral mechanisms, both countries have already discussed and reached agreements on the ways forward; it is therefore important that they firmly implement these agreements with sincerity and in good faith for their mutual benefit."
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