As Myanmar’s struggle for democracy enters its fourth-year post-coup, it is crucial to reassess international diplomatic efforts to ensure they align with ground realities and the aspirations of the Myanmar people.

While recent joint press statements from democratic nations reflect genuine concern, a more nuanced and proactive approach is needed to effectively support Myanmar’s path to democratic transformation.

The common diplomatic language urging “all armed actors” to de-escalate violence unintentionally creates a false equivalence between the military junta and resistance forces. A more accurate framing would acknowledge that the People’s Defense Forces (PDFs), Ethnic Revolutionary Organizations (EROs), and other resistance groups are primarily engaged in defending civilians against the junta’s widespread atrocities.

While emphasizing the importance of adhering to international humanitarian law, diplomatic language should reflect this crucial........

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