Engagement with all sides in Myanmar marks key step towards peace, says Anwar


PUTRAJAYA: The decision by all major stakeholders in Myanmar to participate in direct engagement with Asean leaders marks a significant step forward in efforts to resolve the country's protracted conflict, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

In an interview with Asean media ahead of the 46th Asean Summit, the Prime Minister said the recent meeting in Bangkok, involving Asean Troika and Myanmar's Foreign Minister U Than Shwe, reflected a shift in attitude, especially from the military junta.

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