Thailand’s Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow is seeking ASEAN discussions with his Myanmar counterpart in an effort to restore engagement with Myanmar’s leadership. According to reports, he is pushing for renewed contact not only through existing regional mechanisms but also at the level of foreign ministers. The proposal centers on holding talks within the ASEAN framework, reflecting Thailand’s stated aim to reopen formal diplomatic dialogue with Myanmar’s government leadership.
Both outlets report the same core message from Phuangketkeow: Thailand wants to resume engagement and is pursuing talks with Myanmar through ASEAN channels. The statements indicate a focus on foreign-minister-level diplomacy as a pathway to broader regional engagement. No additional details are provided in the supplied excerpts on the timing of the proposed discussions, the format of the meeting, or the specific agenda items expected to be raised.
