First came a push from the Malaysian premier, then China reached out, but it was only after U.S. President Donald Trump called Thailand's leader last week that Bangkok agreed to talks with Cambodia to end an escalating military conflict.

Following escalating military conflict, Thailand agreed to ceasefire talks with Cambodia after diplomatic efforts led by U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump's call to Thailand's leader, coupled with pressure on tariffs,

Senior officials from both countries say they were still waiting to hear final details on the deals after comments by the U.S. commerce secretary, Howard Lutnick.