ASEAN Must Restore Myanmar Peace – Tok Mat
- Datuk seri Mohamad hasan, Malaysia's Foreign Minister, urged for a more equitable international system that prioritizes the needs and voices of the Global South during a speech at...
- Speaking at the United Nations,Mohamad Hasan emphasized the importance of ASEAN's efforts to restore credibility to the Five-Point Consensus regarding Myanmar.
- The Five-Point Consensus, adopted by ASEAN leaders in April 2021, calls for an immediate cessation of violence in Myanmar, constructive dialog among all parties concerned, the appointment of...
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Malaysia Calls for Global South too be Central to New International Order
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Datuk seri Mohamad hasan, Malaysia’s Foreign Minister, urged for a more equitable international system that prioritizes the needs and voices of the Global South during a speech at the United Nations General Assembly. He highlighted the paradox of developing nations being home to the world’s most vulnerable populations while remaining marginalized in global decision-making.
Myanmar Crisis and ASEAN’s Role
Speaking at the United Nations,Mohamad Hasan emphasized the importance of ASEAN’s efforts to restore credibility to the Five-Point Consensus regarding Myanmar. He expressed deep disappointment over broken ceasefires and ongoing violence endangering civilians within the country. He stressed that myanmar’s leaders must recognize their nation’s interconnectedness with the broader region, stating, “Those in power have a responsibility to remember that Myanmar is part of a region, not an isolated country.”
The Five-Point Consensus, adopted by ASEAN leaders in April 2021, calls for an immediate cessation of violence in Myanmar, constructive dialog among all parties concerned, the appointment of a special ASEAN envoy, humanitarian assistance, and the special envoy’s visit to Myanmar. The crisis in Myanmar began with a military coup on february 1, 2021, overthrowing the democratically elected government led by Aung San Suu Kyi.
The Global South’s Underrepresentation
Mohamad Hasan underscored the systemic imbalances facing the Global South, stating that despite representing the world’s majority, these nations are “under-represented in decision-making, under-served in development financing, and sidelined in global governance.” He argued that a fairer international order is impossible without centering the global South’s priorities.
He asserted that the voices, needs, and aspirations of the Global South are not secondary and must be given due consideration. Malaysia, he affirmed, will continue to advocate for dignity, equity, and opportunity for all developing nations.
Defining the Global South
The term “Global South” is a broad categorization encompassing countries generally located in Africa,Asia,Latin america,and Oceania. It’s not strictly a geographical designation but rather a socio-economic one,referring