(Kuala Lumpur): Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said he received a telephone call from the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump to discuss efforts to de-escalate tensions arising from the Cambodia–Thailand conflict.

In a statement posted to his social media on 13 December 2025, Anwar wrote:

“I received a telephone call from the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, during which we discussed the Cambodia-Thailand conflict, bilateral relations, and global issues of mutual concern.

On the tensions along the Cambodia-Thailand border, I outlined Malaysia's role in urging both countries to exercise restraint and return to dialogue through bilateral channels and ASEAN mechanisms.

Malaysia remains ready to support efforts to de- escalate the situation, protect civilians, and help restore regional stability, in line with ASEAN's spirit of good neighbourliness.

As ASEAN Chair, Malaysia will convene a Special ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting soon, in a way to assess the situation and support de- escalation measures.

I also conveyed my appreciation for the United States' active engagement with ASEAN and the confidence placed in Malaysia as Chair of ASEAN 2025.”
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