Will Aung San Suu Kyi meet the Asean envoy soon?

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Aung San Suu Kyi's Meeting with Asean Envoy Remains Uncertain

It is unlikely that Aung San Suu Kyi will meet the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) special envoy on his initial trip. While Myanmar military leader Min Aung Hlaing agreed to facilitate meetings between the envoy and members of the ousted ruling National League for Democracy (NLD) party, specific individuals were not identified. The possibility of Suu Kyi herself being included in future meetings was acknowledged as a goal.
Agreement for NLD Member Access

During a video call on January 26, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen received a commitment from Min Aung Hlaing to arrange for an Asean special envoy to meet with figures from the NLD. This pledge represents a limited step forward in the stalled peace process following the military coup. However, the specific NLD members who might be made available for such meetings have not yet been disclosed.
Unlikelihood of Initial Meeting with Suu Kyi

Kao Kim Hourn, a minister in the Cambodian Prime Minister's office, indicated that a meeting between the envoy, Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn, and Aung San Suu Kyi on his first visit is improbable. Suu Kyi has been in detention since the February 1, 2021, coup and is currently facing multiple criminal charges.
Future Possibilities and Broader Detention

The objective of the Asean peace process is to engage all relevant stakeholders in dialogue. While including Aung San Suu Kyi in these discussions is a desired outcome, it is recognized that this may require multiple visits rather than occurring on the envoy's initial trip. Since the coup, dozens of NLD party members have also been detained.

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