00:00Thailand says it wants to play a leading role in helping Myanmar normalise ties with ASEAN after five years on
00:06the sidelines.
00:07Thai Foreign Minister Sihasa Phuang Khat Khau says Bangkok supports Myanmar's return but stressed it must address ASEAN's key concerns.
00:17He told reporters ahead of a meeting with Myanmar's new president, Min Ong Leng.
00:23The 69-year-old Min led the military coup in 2021 that ended a decade of civilian rule and triggered
00:30a prolonged conflict.
00:32In response, ASEAN excluded the ruling generals from its summits.
00:36Earlier this month, Min was appointed president, formalising his grip on power after an election dominated by a military-backed
00:45party.
00:46The Myanmar conflict has tested ASEAN unity, with some member states criticising the generals for failing to make progress on
00:54a peace plan, calling for a ceasefire and dialogue.
00:57Myanmar remains a member of ASEAN but has been represented only at lower-level meetings.
01:02ASEAN leaders are set to meet next month in the Philippines.
Comments