Preventing a proxy war in Myanmar

Protesters march in May last year supporting the opposition National Unity Government during a demonstration against the coup in Hpakant in Myanmar's Kachin state. There is a high risk that external powers might want to take advantage of the situation inside Myanmar. (Photo: AFP)

While it still can, Asean must prevent a proxy war in Myanmar.

The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine provides vivid and valuable lessons for all members of the Asean family that if they are not able to work closely together and work out durable solutions, others could take the liberty of inviting themselves into the fray.