Philippines signals readiness to mediate Cambodia–Thailand tensions as ASEAN Chair in 2026

PHILIPPINES: Manila has expressed its willingness to help mediate between Cambodia and Thailand once it takes over the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2026. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said late Monday, Dec 22, that the Philippines is ready to step in as a facilitator—if both sides choose to […]