U.S. opens direct talks with Myanmar’s generals, reversing years of isolation
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The United States has initiated direct diplomatic engagement with Myanmar’s military leadership, marking a significant departure from its long-standing policy of isolation toward the nation's ruling generals. The outreach follows years of restricted contact between the two governments.
Initial efforts are primarily focused on addressing the proliferation of scam centers operating within Myanmar. However, sources indicate that these discussions could potentially expand into broader areas of cooperation, including matters related to the country's mineral deposits.
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Japan Times (JP)Highlights potential economic and strategic motivations behind the diplomatic shift.