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ASEAN Again Urges End to Myanmar Conflict, but Struggles For Way Forward

ASEAN Again Urges End to Myanmar Conflict, but Struggles For Way Forward

By Sebastian Strangio
A wide gap continues to separate the bloc's Five-Point Consensus peace plan with the aims and perceptions of Myanmar's primary belligerents.

Srettha’s First Foreign Policy Mistake: Passing on the ASEAN Summit

Srettha’s First Foreign Policy Mistake: Passing on the ASEAN Summit

By Mark S. Cogan
Thailand's new prime minister prioritized domestic political duties over attending to the troubled regional organization.
ASEAN Summits Highlight Familiar Shortcomings

ASEAN Summits Highlight Familiar Shortcomings

By Sebastian Strangio
The bloc managed to adopt stronger language on the conflict in Myanmar, but remains adrift in the South China Sea.

Military-Ruled Myanmar Won’t Be Allowed to Lead ASEAN in 2026

Military-Ruled Myanmar Won’t Be Allowed to Lead ASEAN in 2026

By Niniek Karmini and Jim Gomez
Myanmar's top generals were again barred from attending this year's summit, and now the decision has been made to retract their hosting privileges for 2026.

Southeast Asian Leaders Face Thorny Issues Ahead of ASEAN Summit

Southeast Asian Leaders Face Thorny Issues Ahead of ASEAN Summit

By Niniek Karmini and Edna Tarigan
The Southeast Asian bloc faces a host of pressing challenges, from the crisis in Myanmar to the growing frictions in the South China Sea.

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Southeast Asia’s Month of Summits

Southeast Asia’s Month of Summits

By James Guild
The three major summits showcased the region's desire to remain aloof from growing strategic tensions between Russia, China, and the West.

The G20, APEC, and ASEAN Summits: Taking Stock of November 2022 Diplomacy in Asia

The G20, APEC, and ASEAN Summits: Taking Stock of November 2022 Diplomacy in Asia

By Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz
What transpired at various summits in Asia this month?
Putin to Skip East Asia Summit, No Certainty for G-20

Putin to Skip East Asia Summit, No Certainty for G-20

By Sebastian Strangio
It is looking increasingly likely that the Russian leader will not be present at either summit – at least not physically.

ASEAN Foreign Ministers to Hold Special Pre-Summit Meeting on Myanmar

ASEAN Foreign Ministers to Hold Special Pre-Summit Meeting on Myanmar

By Sebastian Strangio
The meeting will offer indications of whether the Southeast Asian bloc will change its stagnant approach to Myanmar's political conflicts.

The Ultimate Choice in the Myanmar Issue

The Ultimate Choice in the Myanmar Issue

By OBA Mie
What kind of community does ASEAN want to be?

US, China, Russia Join Asia Summit Amid Regional Disputes

US, China, Russia Join Asia Summit Amid Regional Disputes

By Eileen Ng and Niniek Karmini
There is no shortage of challenges in Asia these days, from the pandemic, to Myanmar to increasing U.S.-China tensions.
ASEAN Summit Opens Via Video Link, Minus Myanmar

ASEAN Summit Opens Via Video Link, Minus Myanmar

By Sebastian Strangio
Myanmar chose not to send a delegate to the summit after the bloc voted to take coup leader Min Aung Hlaing off the guest list.

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