Myanmar’s junta leader is set to visit Thailand, with investment and energy sector talks expected to dominate the agenda. The visit occurs despite ongoing criticism of Thailand’s role in allegedly supporting the junta. Rights groups claim Thailand is enabling the military regime through energy revenues and providing access to international banking. Critics fear the talks will legitimize the junta following last year’s coup and the subsequent crackdown on dissent. The meeting raises concerns about regional efforts to address the ongoing crisis in Myanmar, as some view Thailand’s approach as prioritizing economic ties over human rights. This visit underscores the complex geopolitical dynamics surrounding Myanmar and its neighbors.