The ASEAN-Association of Southeast Asian Nations Foreign Ministers' Meeting was held in Indonesia, where discussions were held on the situation in Myanmar, which continues to be in turmoil due to a military coup d'état. Did.
A meeting of ASEAN foreign ministers was held on the 4th in Jakarta, Indonesia, which is the chair country this year, and was attended by member countries except Myanmar.
At the meeting, a discussion was held on the situation in Myanmar, where fighting has continued between the military and pro-democracy forces opposing the military since the coup d'état two years ago.
Indonesia emphasized once again that it is important for Myanmar to implement the five items agreed upon by ASEAN two years ago, such as the immediate cessation of violence and the dispatch of a special envoy to mediate dialogue. , is a comprehensive dialogue by all parties, and they proposed and agreed on a policy to work towards its realization.
At a press conference after the conference, Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno emphasized the outcome of this meeting, saying, "ASEAN has demonstrated strong solidarity regarding the implementation of the five items."
However, among ASEAN member countries, Indonesia and Singapore have taken a tough stance toward Myanmar, while neighboring countries such as Thailand and Laos have taken a conciliatory stance.