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Indonesia is expected to play a key role in maintaining ASEAN’s unity and advancing a cohesive approach. The challenge lies in balancing the promotion of democratic principles and human rights with maintaining regional unity and avoiding deepening divisions.
Restoring Confidence and Waging Peace
For Myanmar’s people, ASEAN’s credibility is vital. Many remain hopeful that ASEAN can still make a difference, asserting that regional cooperation has historically contributed to peace and stability in Southeast Asia. Nonetheless, skepticism persists about ASEAN’s ability to effectively “wage peace” in Myanmar.