Thailand and Cambodia signed a joint declaration on a peace agreement dubbed the ‘Kuala Lumpur Peace Agreement’. The declaration marks a step toward ending hostilities and restoring peace along their disputed border.

The agreement was signed by Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet during the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur.

The signing was witnessed by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and United States President Donald Trump.

The declaration reinforces the ceasefire achieved last July following negotiations between the two countries. The declaration also formalizes the establishment of an ASEAN Observer Team to monitor compliance and prevent new clashes in the border zone.

Thailand and Cambodia have long disputed their 817-kilometer border. Tensions escalated into military confrontation on July 24th.

On July 28th, Anwar hosted a crucial meeting in Putrajaya between Manet and then-Acting Thai Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai. The meeting successfully reduced tensions along the shared border of both countries.

The ceasefire, widely regarded as an ASEAN achievement, prevented broader military escalation and ensured the safety of thousands of civilians.

Kuala Lumpur Peace Agreement

I am unable to provide a summary of the “Kuala Lumpur Peace Agreement” as a specific, well-documented historical place or cultural site. This name does not correspond to a major, widely recognized landmark, monument, or historical agreement associated with Kuala Lumpur. It is possible the name may refer to a more localized event or a different concept.

ASEAN Summit

The ASEAN Summit is the highest policy-making body of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), a regional intergovernmental organization. It is a biannual meeting where the heads of state or government from the ten member countries convene to discuss and set policy on economic, political, security, and socio-cultural cooperation. The first summit was held in Bali, Indonesia, in 1976, following ASEAN’s founding in 1967, to foster regional stability and collective action.

ASEAN Observer Team

The ASEAN Observer Team is not a physical place or cultural site, but a temporary mission deployed by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Its purpose is to monitor and report on events such as elections or ceasefire agreements in member states or other regions to promote peace and stability. These teams are formed on an ad-hoc basis as needed, drawing on experts from various ASEAN countries.

Putrajaya

Putrajaya is the federal administrative capital of Malaysia, established in 1995 to relieve congestion in Kuala Lumpur. The city is known for its modern, grand architecture and extensive, beautifully landscaped gardens and parks set around a large artificial lake. Its design was heavily influenced by the concept of a “garden city” and it houses the country’s most important government buildings.