In the latest whirlwind of international diplomacy, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is in the center of a political maelstrom after an explosive leaked audio clip landed in the public sphere, igniting controversy with the neighboring nation of Cambodia. The unexpected exposure of her private tête-à-tête with Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen has sparked a diplomatic storm, pressing the Thai leader to issue a heartfelt public apology. Looking sincere yet firm at an urgent press conference, she assured the nation that in no way had she anticipated this private conversation would be broadcasted beyond the walls of confidentiality. “I had no inkling that the clip would escape into the wild,” she declared, her voice tinged with regret. “I sincerely apologize for any unease caused. This isn’t a moment to bicker among ourselves; it’s a moment for unity.” The audio, reputedly featuring the youthful 38-year-old leader of the Pheu Thai party, emerged…