Vietnam welcomes the immediate and unconditional ceasefire agreement reached between Cambodia and Thailand, considering it an important step towards easing tensions and restoring peace, stability, security,

Thailand and Cambodia agreed Monday to an unconditional ceasefire during a meeting in Malaysia, in a significant breakthrough to resolve five days of deadly border clashes that have killed dozens and displaced tens of thousands.

The talks between commanders on both sides were seen as a crucial test of whether the cease-fire deal reached on Monday would result in a lasting peace.