President Donald Trump is championing himself as an expert in conflict resolution after helping successfully negotiate peace between Thailand and Cambodia. The president boasted about his accomplishment Monday while speaking to reporters in Scotland alongside U.

President Donald Trump speaks about brokering a ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia, saying it was done with an emphasis on trade.

President Trump predicted that Thailand and Cambodia will soon ink a peace deal amid his push to get a ceasefire after deadly fighting erupted between the two neighboring Southeast Asian countries

Tensions have bubbled between the two neighbors for months, flaring on Thursday as Cambodia and Thailand exchanged fire.

Tensions between Thailand and Cambodia have been escalating since May 28, following a brief exchange of fire in the disputed border area. The incident resulted in the death of a Cambodian soldier. Since then, both countries have closed their borders. Editor’s Choice: Multiple Countries Issue Travel Warnings for Thailand and Cambodia

The FCDO travel advice for Thailand says the same about the border crossing, but adds: “Take extra care and stay alert in border areas and follow the instructions of local authorities, especially at tourist destinations such as the Preah Vihear temple, the Ta Kwai temple and the Ta Muen Thom temple.