ASEAN Demands Myanmar Military Respect Democratic Principles in Upcoming Election

In a bold move for democracy and human rights, ASEAN foreign ministers have emphatically demanded that Myanmar's military rulers ensure the upcoming election is inclusive, representing all voices in the troubled nation. Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan, representing the progressive stance of the bloc, emphasized the critical need for the participation of all stakeholders in the election process to foster genuine democracy and reconciliation.