{
  "id": 3960344,
  "title": "Dialogue, diplomacy must be prioritised in Cambodia-Thailand issue – Johari",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/dialogue-diplomacy-must-be-prioritised-in-cambodia-thailand-issue",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-28T12:15:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/08/1520882/dialogue-diplomacy-must-be-prioritised-cambodia-thailand-issue-%E2%80%93-johari"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Malaysia's Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in resolving the Cambodia-Thailand border issue, stating that it is crucial for maintaining regional peace and stability within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean). During his meeting with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on the sidelines of the Second Inter-Parliamentary Speakers Conference in Phnom Penh, Johari discussed the border issue, which was among the matters addressed. He noted that Malaysia empathizes with Cambodia's concerns regarding the situation along the border and its impact on local residents.\n\nJohari reiterated that dialogue and diplomacy should always be given precedence in addressing differences among Asean member states. The Malaysia Prime Minister expressed commitment to supporting efforts aimed at bringing all parties back to the negotiating table, with a focus on preserving regional peace and stability. During their meeting, both countries discussed strengthening bilateral ties, covering areas such as parliamentary cooperation, economy, human capital development, and youth empowerment.\n\nYouth from both nations were encouraged to build ties through exchange programs and participation in the economic, social, and inter-parliamentary spheres. Johari highlighted the potential for expanding cooperation in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), including through skills training, institutional exchanges, and industry collaboration. In addition, Johari appreciated the Cambodian government's support for Malaysian companies operating in the country, fostering a favorable environment for the Malaysian business community.\n\nHe concluded by reaffirming Malaysia's dedication to maintaining close cooperation with Cambodia to bolster long-standing bilateral ties, all in pursuit of peace, stability, and shared prosperity within the Asean region.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: Dialogue and diplomacy must continue to be prioritised in addressing the Cambodia-Thailand border issue to ensure regional peace and stability, said Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Johari Abdul calls for diplomacy to prevent Cambodia-Thailand dispute from straining Asean",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/johari-abdul-calls-for-diplomacy-to-prevent-cambodia-thailand-dispute",
        "published": "2026-08-28T12:08:02.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}