Prak Sokhonn holds call with U.S. Under Secretary Allison Hooker

According to Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn held a telephone conversation with Allison Hooker, U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs, on May 12, 2026. They discussed strengthening bilateral relations and efforts to ensure a peaceful resolution of the Cambodia–Thailand border dispute. Prak Sokhonn expressed appreciation for U.S. support for the Cambodia–Thailand peace process. Both sides welcomed the continued positive momentum in bilateral relations and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including defense, security and efforts to combat transnational crime. Prak Sokhonn also reaffirmed Cambodia’s commitment to fully implementing existing agreements and statements, including the July 28, 2025, ceasefire agreement, the Kuala Lumpur Joint Declaration signed on October 26, 2025, and the Joint Statement of the Third Special General Border Committee Meeting held on December 27, 2025. He emphasized the importance of resolving disputes through peaceful means and in accordance with international law.