by Admin | Jul 12, 2026 | Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy
Source: Malaysiakini | Commentary by Saifuddin Abdullah This meeting means Asean is normalising its relations with the junta that has consistently shown contempt for the bloc’s efforts to resolve Myanmar’s crisis that is caused by the junta. Read Full...
by Admin | Jul 12, 2026 | Legitimacy, Opinion Papers
Source: ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights | Statement The meeting comes just weeks after Myanmar’s military-proxy parliament passed a motion rejecting ASEAN’s Five-Point Consensus. It also follows the junta’s refusal to grant the Special Envoy’s request to meet...
by Admin | Jul 12, 2026 | Negotiations, Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy
Source: Eurasia Review | By Nicholas Kong The article stresses the need for SCEF to pursue proactive diplomacy with China (for border stability), the US and democratic partners (for legitimacy), and ASEAN, while avoiding ceasefire traps that could freeze rather than...
by Admin | Jul 11, 2026 | Aid, Opinion Papers
Source: Inter Press Service I By Mohammed Zonaid OIOS Report 2025/084 raises serious concerns over UNHCR’s Rohingya response in Bangladesh in project planning, procurement, monitoring and effective use of humanitarian resources. Read Full Story
by Admin | Jul 10, 2026 | Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy
Source: East Asia Forum | By William J Jones Thailand under Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has emerged as a key proponent of pragmatic re-engagement with Myanmar, proposing a two-pronged strategy centred on the ASEAN chair, envoy and Troika, and a framework of...
by Admin | Jul 10, 2026 | Negotiations, Opinion Papers
Source: Myanmar Peace Monitor | Bi-Weekly News Review – Issue 199 Counting from 3 April 2026 – the day the military junta’s sham Union Parliament elected junta leader Senior General Min Aung Hlaing as President – 30 June marks the 89th day of his presidency. Read...