Thailand, Cambodia agree to ceasefire
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The clashes followed months of tensions over a century-old border dispute between the Southeast Asian neighbours. What is the history of this dispute, and what happens now?
The acrimonious dispute, which flared into violence last week, concerns much more than a few square kilometers of rugged territory.
CNA938 Rewind - Thai-Cambodia dispute needs to be understood for its centuries-long history: Analyst
Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Dr Alan Chong, Senior Fellow, RSIS, about Thai and Cambodian leaders meeting in Malaysia for talks to end their ongoing border dispute.
The two nations have been locked in a decades-long conflict over their contested border. Tensions in disputed territories soured earlier this year.
The Preah Vihear Temple was built gradually from the 9th to the 12th century, during the heyday of the Khmer Empire centered in Angkor. This temple is a place of worship for the Hindu god Shiva. Preah Vihear is situated 525 meters above sea level, near cliffs. From this location, visitors can enjoy a wide view of the Cambodian lowlands.
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Asianet Newsable on MSNThailand-Cambodia Border crisis: Here's everything you need to know about the history of the conflictTensions between Thailand and Cambodia have erupted into deadly clashes over a century-old border dispute, with airstrikes, landmines, and mass evacuations pushing both nations to the brink. Here's ev
Both countries' foreign ministers agreed that no other country should be involved in the issue, Mohamad Hasan said.