Phnom penh: Cambodia announced a reduction in heavy weaponry along its border with Thailand, following a peace agreement between Phnom Penh and Bangkok after a recent border conflict.

According to Anadolu Agency, Cambodia's Defense Ministry stated that both countries are in the process of implementing the second stage of Phase 1, which involves the removal of heavy and destructive weapons from the border regions. This action is part of their commitment to the Kuala Lumpur Joint Declaration, signed by the two nations on October 26.

The statement emphasized the importance of removing heavy weaponry as a demonstration of both Cambodia and Thailand's commitment to the agreement, urging both parties to continue implementing the declaration with sincerity and transparency. Phnom Penh expressed optimism for a swift restoration of normal bilateral relations.

In a related development, the Thai Foreign Ministry announced on Friday that both countries agreed to construct an 8-kilometer security fence along their shared border. This decision follows discussions last month about initiating the first phase of removing heavy weaponry from border areas.

The peace agreement, signed on October 26 in the presence of US President Donald Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, followed an unconditional ceasefire agreed upon on July 28. This ceasefire was reached during a trilateral meeting hosted by the Malaysian Prime Minister after weeks of hostilities between Cambodia and Thailand.