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Thailand and Cambodia began peace talks in Malaysia at around 3 pm on the 28th. After negotiations, the two sides agreed to an"immediate and unconditional ceasefire."

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) reported that Thailand and Cambodia held peace talks in Malaysia on the 28th. After the press conference, the leaders of the countries shook hands in front of the camera in typical ASEAN style to show unity. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that the ceasefire will take effect at midnight local time, adding that"this is an important first step to ease the conflict and restore peace and security."

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said he was confident the outcome of the talks would "bring many opportunities for hundreds of thousands of people on both sides to return to normal life." He added that now was "a time for Cambodia and Thailand to start rebuilding trust and confidence in each other." Acting Thai Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai spoke briefly after Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet. He said the ceasefire was negotiated by Thailand"in good faith" and stressed Thailand's commitment to maintaining peace.

At least 33 people have been killed and thousands displaced since the conflict escalated on July 24 following months of rising tensions.