Tok Mat: Malaysia and Asean push for transparency in Myanmar’s election plans and Rohingya crisis during Sept 19 visit

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Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan will visit Myanmar on September 19 with ASEAN counterparts to discuss the implementation of planned elections. The delegation aims to ensure the elections benefit the Myanmar people and will present their findings at the 47th ASEAN Summit. Myanmar's compliance with the Five-Point Consensus, including a ceasefire and humanitarian aid, is crucial for resolving the Rohingya refugee crisis. Malaysia currently hosts nearly 150,000 Rohingya refugees temporarily. Clarification is needed on whether elections will be nationwide, given the state of emergency in certain areas.