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Thailand-Cambodia Conflict Disrupts $4.7B Trade Amid Ceasefire Doubts

12/17/2025

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Renewed fighting between Thailand and Cambodia has persisted for over a week, undermining U.S. President Donald Trump's peace efforts.
The conflict's territorial disputes have halted about $4.7 billion in annual trade.
Experts doubt the ceasefire's durability due to its rushed nature.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has resisted U.S. pressure, citing sovereignty.
Analysts say a resolution may only emerge after February elections amid nationalist sentiment.

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Renewed fighting between Thailand and Cambodia has persisted for over a week, undermining U.S. President Donald Trump's peace efforts.
The conflict's territorial disputes have halted about $4.7 billion in annual trade.
Experts doubt the ceasefire's durability due to its rushed nature.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has resisted U.S. pressure, citing sovereignty.
Analysts say a resolution may only emerge after February elections amid nationalist sentiment.