We, the Member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), are deeply concerned over the recent escalation of conflicts, especially in the Northern Shan State of Myanmar, which have caused displacement of civilians, including foreign nationals and citizens of ASEAN Member States. We call for the safe return of the nationals of ASEAN Member States caught up in the ongoing conflict.

We urge all parties to exercise utmost restraint and immediately end all forms of violence, uphold international humanitarian law, and take all the necessary measures to ensure the protection and safety of all civilians.

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