Secretary Rubio urges Thailand to address border violence with Cambodia

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Thomas "Tommy" Pigott, Principal Deputy Spokesperson, The Department of State | Official website

Secretary Rubio urges Thailand to address border violence with Cambodia

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow to discuss the ongoing violence along the Cambodian border. According to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott, Secretary Rubio expressed concern about the continued unrest in the area and highlighted the urgent need for measures to reduce tensions.

During the conversation, Secretary Rubio called on Thailand to take specific steps toward de-escalation and encouraged a return to implementing the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords. "The Secretary underscored the United States’ concern regarding the continued violence along the Cambodian border and emphasized the immediate need to reduce tensions.  Secretary Rubio urged Foreign Minister Sihasak to take concrete actions to de-escalate the situation and for Thailand to return to implementing the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords," said Pigott.

This discussion is part of ongoing diplomatic efforts between the United States and Thailand, focusing on stability and peace in Southeast Asia.

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