France has welcomed the ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand, which took effect on the evening of July 28, and encouraged both nations to uphold the agreement through meaningful dialogue.

In a statement released on Tuesday, the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs expressed strong support for the ceasefire and ongoing diplomatic efforts. “France welcomes the announcement of a ceasefire in force from the evening of Monday, July 28, and the resumption of dialogue between Cambodia and Thailand following the meeting between the two countries’ Prime Ministers in Malaysia,” the statement read.

France also commended Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for facilitating the talks under the ASEAN presidency. “This significant step forward must be the starting point for a lasting settlement of disputes by peaceful means, in accordance with international law,” it added. France reaffirmed its support for ASEAN’s central role in promoting regional stability and expressed readiness to assist international peace efforts.

The ceasefire agreement followed a high-level meeting held in Malaysia’s Putrajaya city on Monday. Malaysian PM Ibrahim chaired and witnessed the talks between Cambodia’s Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thailand’s Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai.

Tensions between Cambodia and Thailand escalated on July 24 after border clashes erupted over a disputed area, resulting in exchanges of gunfire and accusations from both sides of breaching international law.

Monday’s agreement marked a diplomatic breakthrough, with both countries committing to an “immediate and unconditional” ceasefire.

France emphasized that the latest development should pave the way for a peaceful resolution, reinforcing international law and ASEAN-led mechanisms.