Southeast Asians are looking to Indonesia to take the lead to resolve the political crisis in Myanmar. But Jakarta’s first steps as ASEAN Chair have left something to be desired, say these writers.
After two years, ASEAN’s approach - the 5PC - continues to draw mixed views. The latestreveals that 31.5 per cent of regional respondents are neutral about the 5PC.
On next steps, 38.1 per cent of respondents prefer that ASEAN engages in independent dialogue with all key stakeholders , including with the National Unity Government, to build trust. A majority of support came from Indonesian respondents, in line with the Indonesian government’s move to open communications with several Myanmar stakeholders.
This may be due to the reality that the European Union and other concerned parties are now preoccupied with the war in Ukraine.Indonesia has its work cut out for it. The State Administration Council, having extended its term for another six months, is determined toat a date yet to be announced. The State Administration Council’s election plans add a not entirely unexpected variable to ASEAN’s approach.
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