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KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said US President Donald Trump praised Malaysia’s role in mediating peace between Thailand and Cambodia, calling it a “fantastic job” during a phone call on Thursday.

The compliment followed Malaysia’s success in getting both nations’ leaders to agree on a ceasefire after weeks of tension, achieved through coordinated efforts by the Foreign Ministry, armed forces and national leadership.

Anwar said the ceasefire has boosted Malaysia’s reputation internationally, with recognition from Washington to London for uniting Asean in securing peace.

He remains in contact with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, who confirmed there has been no fighting and requested Malaysia’s help to facilitate further talks.

The Cambodian and Thai defence ministers will meet in Kuala Lumpur on Monday to discuss the next steps toward lasting peace.