Manilla, July 28 -- The Philippine embassies in Cambodia and Thailand have advised Filipinos living there to act cautiously and follow official advice as efforts continue towards the peaceful resolution of the border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand.

The Philippine Embassy in Cambodia has urged Filipinos in the country to "remain calm", calling the meeting between Phnom Penh and Thailand in Malaysia today a positive development.

"Exercise caution and strictly adhere to the safety instructions of local authorities, especially those in the remote border areas; and avoid non-essential travel to conflict zones in border provinces," read the embassy advisory posted on social media.

The embassy also urged Filipinos to obtain the...