What happened over the weekendpublished at 05:23 British Summer Time
Cambodia had on Saturday called for “immediate” ceasefire with Thailand and a peaceful resolution to the dispute.
On Sunday, US President Donald Trump said he told Thailand’s and Cambodia’s leaders that negotiations to reduce tariffs would not proceed until the “fighting STOPS”.
The US president’s ultimatum forced Bangkok’s hand. Thailand, which had earlier refused any third-party mediation, has now accepted a mediation offer put forward by Malaysia – the current chair of the Association of South East Asian Nations.
Leaders will now head to Kuala Lumpur for talks at 15:00 local time (07:00 GMT). The Thai delegation will be led by acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai while the Cambodian side will be led by Prime Minister Hun Manet.
Thailand has reported 22 deaths – including 14 civilians – since fighting started on Thursday. Cambodia has not released a national casualty toll.