Archive · 25 Nov 2025
ASEAN Struggles to Re-engage Myanmar Post-Election
Myanmar is having elections soon, but many people think it's not fair because some parties are banned or not participating.
The Thai foreign minister said it will be hard for the ASEAN group to work with Myanmar after these elections.
He also said that Aung San Suu Kyi, a famous leader who has been in jail for a long time, should be released because she is old and not feeling well.
The military took control of Myanmar a few years ago, and now there is a lot of fighting and trouble in the country.
The ASEAN group wants Myanmar to have fair elections and follow their peace plan, but it's not easy.
Myanmar's upcoming election is seen as a sham by critics to extend military control.
ASEAN finds it difficult to re-engage with Myanmar due to lack of inclusive dialogue.
Thai foreign minister calls for the release of detained leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Suu Kyi, 80, is suffering from worsening heart problems and needs urgent medical attention.
Myanmar has been in political turmoil since the 2021 military coup.
- Who
- Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow, ASEAN, Myanmar Junta, Aung San Suu Kyi
- What
- Difficulties in re-engaging with Myanmar post-election, calls for Suu Kyi's release
- When
- Election scheduled for December 28, coup in 2021
- Where
- Myanmar, ASEAN region
- Why
- Lack of inclusive dialogue, political turmoil, and Suu Kyi's detention
- Election Date
- December 28
- Junta Leader
- Min Aung Hlaing
- Detained Leader
- Aung San Suu Kyi
- ASEAN Members
- 11
- Coup Year
- 2021
- Suu Kyi's Age
- 80
- Suu Kyi's Health Condition
- Worsening heart problems