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ASEAN nations explore direct engagement with Myanmar amid shifting strategy

ASEAN foreign ministers are reportedly reconsidering their approach to Myanmar ahead of their July meeting in Manila. While formally committed to the five-point consensus, several member states are exploring more direct engagement with Naypyidaw, believing it necessary for implementation. This shift is evidenced by recent bilateral visits from Malaysian, Philippine, Indonesian, and Lao officials to Myanmar, with Thailand long advocating for a pragmatic stance. AI

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ASEAN nations explore direct engagement with Myanmar amid shifting strategy

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Yuyun Wahyuningrum,Sarah Teitt ·

    Asean’s side deals in Myanmar risk missing where the power truly lies

    As Asean foreign ministers prepare to meet in Manila from July 21-22, a quiet but significant shift is under way in the bloc’s approach to Myanmar. Although the Association of Southeast Asian Nations remains formally committed to the “five-point consensus”, several member states …