Xi Tells Trump China Also Helping to Mediate Cambodia–Thailand Peace Deal

GYEONGJU, South Korea (Oct.30, 2025) — Chinese President Xi Jinping told U.S. President Donald J. Trump on Tuesday that China has been actively working to promote peace between Cambodia and Thailand since border clashes first erupted, adding that Beijing has supported both countries in resolving disputes and advancing regional stability.

“China has been helping, in its own way, both countries to settle their border disputes, and has also been promoting peace talks to resolve other hotspot issues,” Xi said during a bilateral exchange at the APEC Economic Leaders Week in Gyeongju.

Xi praised Trump’s role in the October 26 signing of the Cambodia–Thailand Peace Accord in Kuala Lumpur, calling his participation a reaffirmation of U.S. commitment to peace in Southeast Asia. He also acknowledged Trump’s contribution to the recent Gaza ceasefire agreement.

“The world today is confronted with many tough problems,” Xi said. “China and the U.S. can jointly shoulder our responsibilities as major countries and work together to accomplish great and concrete things.”

Xi reiterated China’s support for the ASEAN-led observation mechanism coordinated by Malaysia and pledged humanitarian aid to Cambodia for post-conflict recovery. He emphasized that China’s partnership with Cambodia should yield tangible benefits for its people and contribute to regional peace.

Chinese Ambassador Wang Wenbin later posted that China was the first and largest provider of assistance to Cambodia following the clashes, reaffirming Beijing’s role as a reliable partner.