As Asean foreign ministers prepare to meet in Manila from July 21-22, a quiet but significant shift is under way in the bloc’s approach to Myanmar.Although the Association of Southeast Asian Nations remains formally committed to the “five-point consensus”, several member states appear to be reconsidering the collective pressure strategy adopted since the 2021 coup.Rather than abandoning the consensus outright, they argue that more direct engagement with Naypyidaw may be necessary to encourage its implementation.
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SAT · 2026-06-27 · 03:00 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0627-87823
NSR-2026-0627-87823Analysis·EN·Political Strategy
Asean’s side deals in Myanmar risk missing where the power truly lies
ASEAN foreign ministers are meeting in Manila from July 21-22, where a shift in the bloc's approach to Myanmar is anticipated. While formally adhering to the "five-point consensus" established after the 2021 coup, several member states are reportedly reconsidering their collective pressure strategy.
Yuyun Wahyuningrum,Sarah TeittSouth China Morning PostFiled 2026-06-27 · 03:00 GMTLean · Center-RightRead · 1 min
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ASEAN foreign ministers are meeting in Manila from July 21-22, where a shift in the bloc's approach to Myanmar is anticipated. While formally adhering to the "five-point consensus" established after the 2021 coup, several member states are reportedly reconsidering their collective pressure strategy. Instead of abandoning the consensus, these nations suggest that more direct engagement with Naypyidaw might be required to facilitate its implementation. This potential change indicates a move towards a different tactic in addressing the ongoing situation in Myanmar.
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Asean foreign ministers are preparing to meet in Manila from July 21-22.
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A shift is under way in Asean's approach to Myanmar.
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Member states argue that more direct engagement with Naypyidaw may be necessary to encourage implementation of the five-point consensus.
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Several Asean member states appear to be reconsidering the collective pressure strategy on Myanmar.
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