ASEAN has so far led diplomatic efforts to resolve the turmoil that has gripped Myanmar since the military seized power last year.

Indonesia is chiefly worried about the increasing rivalry between superpowers.

The ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat is one of the regional grouping’s most prominent annual meetings.

Despite challenges, Brunei has expressed its commitment to improve regional recovery and address current issues together with the ASEAN Community.

ASEAN is struggling to decide whether to stick to its principle of non-interference in members' internal affairs or not.