THE EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF UNION OF MYANMAR
Myanmar urges Timor-Leste to refrain from making false narratives to distort the image of Myanmar
Myanmar considers such statements an interference in the internal affairs of Myanmar and contrary to the fundamental principles of the ASEAN Charter, particularly respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity and non-interference in the internal affairs of Member States. Such statements adversely affect the relations between Myanmar and Timor-Leste and undermine the spirit of the ASEAN family.
Peace process in Myanmar is highly complex, shaped by historical background, and involving multiple armed groups with diverse political, ethnic and economic interests. The Government is making committed efforts to national reconciliation and lasting peace through a Myanmar-led and Myanmar-owned process. The Government has repeatedly invited both NCA signatory and non-signatory ethnic armed organizations to participate in peace talks and has called on members of PDF terrorist groups to return to the legal fold and address their concerns through political means.
Contrary to the misleading narratives by Timor-Leste’s President, most of Myanmar is peaceful and stable. Security issues are limited entirely to remote border areas, where armed engagements have been strictly defensive responses to provocations by armed groups. Myanmar welcomes anyone interested to visit and see the country’s peaceful conditions on the ground for themselves.
Myanmar strongly rejects the false statements of Timor-Leste’s President regarding Myanmar’s internal affairs by exploiting the international platforms. Myanmar urges Timor-Leste to refrain from making any false narratives to distort the image of Myanmar and to uphold the principles and purposes of the ASEAN Charter as a responsible member of ASEAN.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Nay Pyi Taw
3 June 2026
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