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Thailand, Myanmar to meet later this month to discuss river pollution

Thailand and Myanmar will convene on November 25-26 to address critical cross-border pollution affecting the Sai and Kok rivers, with Myanmar expressing readiness to cooperate.
The bilateral meeting, expedited at Thailand's request, aims to tackle growing concerns over river contamination.
Discussions also covered recent border tensions, with Myanmar expressing regret over military operations that affected Thailand and proposing a special meeting between military representatives.
Both nations agreed to establish a new working group to enhance coordination and accelerate joint efforts against transnational crime, particularly scam operations along the border.

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Myanmar knocks on ASEAN's door, but…

Myanmar's leader, Min Aung Hlaing, has initiated renewed diplomatic efforts, including shuttle diplomacy and granting limited access to Aung San Suu Kyi, signaling a potential shift towards fulfilling the Five-Point Consensus (5PC) after years of delay.
ASEAN faces a critical dilemma: whether to acknowledge Myanmar's recent incremental steps or maintain strict conditions for re-engagement, with incoming chair Singapore demanding "meaningful progress" on the 5PC before full participation.
Regional stability is at stake, as Thailand advocates for calibrated re-engagement, warning that Myanmar's prolonged isolation risks increased major-power competition and instability, urging ASEAN to adopt a more consistent and strategic approach.

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