ASEAN Troika Informal Consultation and Extended Informal Consultation Sessions Underway
Background and Purpose
The ASEAN Troika mechanism, established in 2023 by ASEAN leaders, is a vital framework for addressing the crisis in Myanmar. This mechanism brings together the current, previous, and incoming ASEAN Chairs to ensure continuity in addressing the crisis.
Current Composition of the Troika
The Troika currently consists of Indonesia, Laos, and Malaysia, as announced by the Foreign Ministry (Wisma Putra) on Friday.
Informal Consultation and Extended Informal Consultation
The Informal Consultation focuses on strengthening coordination and cooperation among Troika members in implementing the Five-Point Consensus (5PC) and the ASEAN Leaders’ Review and Decision on the 5PC. The goal is to achieve a peaceful and sustainable resolution in Myanmar.
The Extended Informal Consultation, attended by ASEAN Foreign Ministers and representatives from other ASEAN Member States (AMS), discusses ASEAN’s overall efforts and the way forward in implementing the 5PC to address the crisis in Myanmar.
Malaysia’s Proposed Approach
Malaysia, as the incoming ASEAN Chair in 2025, is presenting its proposed approach to addressing the Myanmar conflict during these consultations.
Chaired by Laos
The sessions are chaired by Laos, the current ASEAN Chair, highlighting ASEAN’s pivotal role in addressing the Myanmar crisis and its commitment to maintaining regional peace and security, as stated in a recent Foreign Ministry statement.
Conclusion
The ASEAN Troika Informal Consultation and Extended Informal Consultation sessions demonstrate ASEAN’s dedication to addressing the crisis in Myanmar and maintaining regional peace and security. The involvement of ASEAN Foreign Ministers and representatives from other ASEAN Member States underscores the organization’s commitment to finding a peaceful and sustainable solution to the crisis.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the ASEAN Troika mechanism?
The ASEAN Troika mechanism is a framework established in 2023 by ASEAN leaders to address the crisis in Myanmar. - Who are the current members of the Troika?
The current members of the Troika are Indonesia, Laos, and Malaysia. - What is the purpose of the Informal Consultation and Extended Informal Consultation?
The purpose is to strengthen coordination and cooperation among Troika members in implementing the 5PC and the ASEAN Leaders’ Review and Decision on the 5PC, aiming to achieve a peaceful and sustainable resolution in Myanmar. - What is Malaysia’s role in the consultations?
Malaysia, as the incoming ASEAN Chair in 2025, is presenting its proposed approach to addressing the Myanmar conflict during the consultations.