Thailand Seeks Regional Backing for Shift in ASEAN's Myanmar Policy
Thailand is seeking ASEAN support for a more pragmatic approach to Myanmar, arguing deeper regional engagement offers the best path to stability ahead of its 2028 chairmanship
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Thailand is seeking ASEAN support for a more pragmatic approach to Myanmar, arguing deeper regional engagement offers the best path to stability ahead of its 2028 chairmanship
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