The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) is expected to welcome the release of over 4,000 prisoners in Myanmar, as stated in a draft of the chairman's statement to be issued at the Asean summit in the Philippines. This move is seen as a positive development in the region. The release is part of ongoing efforts to address the country's civil conflict.
CEBU — The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) is expected to welcome the release of more than 4,000 prisoners in the chairman's statement to be issued at the bloc's summit in the Philippines, according to a draft obtained by Kyodo News.