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Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has arrived in Manila to lead Malaysia's delegation to the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting. The gathering will address the West Asia crisis and Myanmar's humanitarian situation under the Philippines' ASEAN chairmanship.
Myanmar's reintegration into Asean's senior leadership meetings faces significant delays as the bloc scrutinises compliance with a 2021 peace agreement amid the country's deepening civil war.
The US has condemned Chinese actions in the South China Sea as ASEAN gathers in Manila, with tensions rising after a clash between Philippine and Chinese sailors. The meeting also faces pressure over Myanmar's reintegration.
Malaysia's Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan heads to the Philippines for crucial Asean talks on South China Sea disputes and Myanmar's political deadlock, balancing diplomatic duty with domestic election commitments.
The Philippines, as ASEAN chair, will spearhead a humanitarian mission to Myanmar by the end of 2026, aiming to expand aid access to conflict-affected areas. The plan emerged from diplomatic talks involving regional foreign ministers and Myanmar stakeholders.
Vietnam's foreign minister has reaffirmed his country's commitment to supporting Myanmar through ASEAN's Five-Point Consensus, emphasising the need for sustained dialogue and practical measures to aid the country's economic and political recovery.
The Philippines has reaffirmed ASEAN's Five-Point Consensus as the primary framework for resolving Myanmar's crisis while advocating a more pragmatic approach to its implementation that responds to evolving circumstances.
Thailand is hosting two informal meetings of ASEAN foreign ministers focused on Myanmar, with the Philippines chairing discussions aimed at advancing regional consensus on the crisis and supporting peace efforts.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that resolving Myanmar's deepening political crisis requires bringing all parties to the negotiating table while respecting the Burmese people's right to chart their own course.
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed the country's commitment to resolving the Myanmar crisis through constructive engagement, highlighting Thailand's potential role as a regional mediator during talks with visiting Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul.