Cambodia joins list of countries to nominate Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize: ‘He saved lives’

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has nominated former United States President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, recognising his role in brokering the historic Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords signed between Cambodia and Thailand on Sunday. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Hun said the nomination represents “the gratitude of the Cambodian people” for Trump’s leadership in achieving lasting peace between the two neighbouring countries after years of border tension.

“Recognising your unwavering dedication and resolute efforts to promote peace, not only between Cambodia and Thailand but also among other nations, and reflecting the gratitude of the Cambodian peoples, I have nominated President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize,” Hun said.

“Peace saves lives, and this is the heartfelt wish of our people,” he added.

Hun also thanked Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for his mediation efforts as ASEAN Chair, calling Malaysia’s role “pivotal” in guiding both sides towards a final agreement.

Trump attended the signing ceremony alongside Anwar and Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. Both Southeast Asian leaders praised the former US president for his personal involvement in encouraging the two nations to reach a swift settlement.

The Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords formally end years of sporadic clashes along the Thai–Cambodian border, marking one of the most significant diplomatic achievements under ASEAN’s leadership in recent years.

List of Trump's Nobel Peace Prize backers

US President Trump had received a wave of nominations for the Nobel Peace Prize from leaders across continents, each citing his role in resolving major international conflicts.

Israel nominate Trump

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu nominated Trump, crediting him for brokering the recent Israel–Hamas ceasefire and for his earlier efforts on the Middle East peace accords.

Pakistan supports Trump

Pakistan’s government had also nominated Trump, acknowledging his role in de-escalating tensions along the India–Pakistan border which led to a ceasefire — a claim denied by New Delhi.

Why did Rwanda, Armenia and Azerbaijan back Trump?

Rwanda’s government supported Trump for his contribution to resolving regional conflicts in Central Africa.

In the same month, Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev jointly backed his candidacy after signing a peace agreement mediated with Trump’s involvement.

Malta nominates Trump

Malta’s Foreign Minister Ian Borg said he had nominated Trump, recognising his role in peace efforts ranging from Gaza to the Caucasus.

Who are Trump’s backers in the United States?

In the US, Representative Anna Paulina Luna formally nominated Trump for his diplomatic work in Gaza, Armenia–Azerbaijan, and Congo–Rwanda.

Representatives Buddy Carter, Darrell Issa, and Claudia Tenney also supported him, citing his role in the Abraham Accords.

Meanwhile, the Israeli Hostages Families Forum praised Trump for helping secure the release of hostages during the Gaza negotiations.