Ceasefire Ends Cambodia-Thailand Border Clash After Five Days, 300,000 Displaced

A recent border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand resulted in over 40 deaths and displaced around 300,000 people, with significant destruction including homes and businesses. Despite a ceasefire brokered through Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and supported by U.S. President Donald Trump, many displaced residents remain fearful and reluctant to return to their homes due to distrust and ongoing instability near the border. The conflict has caused substantial economic damage, particularly in Thailand, where losses have exceeded 10 billion baht, and analysts warn that the situation could impact Thai stocks, especially companies with considerable revenue exposure to Cambodia. Peace talks are ongoing, with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thai Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai meeting to negotiate further ceasefire terms and troop withdrawals. Meanwhile, evacuees continue to endure hardships in temporary shelters as the region grapples with the aftermath of the heaviest fighting in over a decade. The international mediation efforts and local responses underscore the fragile and tense situation despite official cessation of hostilities.