U.S. Reaffirms Support for Cambodia–Thailand Ceasefire, Commits $35 Million in Aid

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (Jan. 11, 2026) — The United States reaffirmed its support for the Cambodia–Thailand ceasefire Friday, pledging $35 million in new assistance to strengthen border stability, law enforcement and humanitarian demining in Cambodia.

The commitment was announced during a meeting between Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn and U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Michael George DeSombre in Phnom Penh.

Both sides welcomed closer bilateral ties, particularly in trade, investment, defense and security cooperation. The United States also noted Air Cambodia’s decision to purchase at least 10 Boeing aircraft, underscoring growing economic links.

Sokhonn briefed DeSombre on the border situation, emphasizing Cambodia’s priorities to uphold the ceasefire, ensure the safe return of displaced civilians and accelerate border demarcation. He expressed appreciation to U.S. President Donald Trump for his role in facilitating the July 28, 2025, ceasefire and the Oct. 26, 2025, peace agreement reached in Kuala Lumpur.

DeSombre said Washington remains committed to urging full compliance with the ceasefire, promoting de-escalation and supporting renewed border demarcation efforts to achieve lasting peace. He also welcomed the release of 18 Cambodian soldiers who have since reunited with their families.

The U.S. assistance package includes $10 million to help Cambodian law enforcement combat cybercrime and online scams, $15 million to stabilize livelihoods of displaced border communities in Cambodia and Thailand, and $10 million for humanitarian demining.

The meeting underscored Washington’s continued role in supporting regional peace, humanitarian recovery and security cooperation in Southeast Asia.