FM Sihasak hopes joint declaration will open new chapter in bilateral relations

Important to strengthen bloc's mechanisms, unity to face shared challenges, says Sihasak Phuangketkeow

Discussions likely to produce detailed work plans and consensus on key boundary matters, says FM Sihasak

Bangkok upholds importance of withdrawing heavy weaponry, joint demining efforts, combating transnational crime, says Thai MFA

Question remains as to how agreements to be implemented, says Sihasak Phuangketkeow

BANGKOK, Feb 6 — A new Thailand-led humanitarian initiative aims to pave the way for talks between warring camps in military-ruled Myanmar, a senior Thai official said, three years after a coup triggered instability and a wave of violence nationwide.