Ethnic armed groups in Myanmar assert that a recent meeting with the ASEAN special envoy was not a genuine dialogue with the ruling military junta. Representatives from four groups aligned with the National Unity Government met the envoy on Monday, but claim the discussions failed to engage with the junta in a meaningful way. The National Unity Government subsequently held its own online talks following the ASEAN meeting. This indicates a continued lack of progress in brokering peace talks between the various factions involved in the ongoing conflict. The groups express skepticism about ASEAN’s approach to the Myanmar crisis and its ability to facilitate a resolution. They emphasize the need for direct engagement with the junta to address the root causes of the instability. The situation remains volatile as fighting continues in multiple regions across the country.