{
  "id": 14875144,
  "title": "Exclusive-US holds more secret talks with Myanmar’s military-backed rulers in Tokyo, sources say",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/exclusive-us-holds-more-secret-talks-with-myanmars-military-backed",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-16T04:42:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Investing.com",
    "slug": "investing-com",
    "url": "https://www.investing.com/news/commodities-news/exclusiveus-holds-more-secret-talks-with-myanmars-militarybacked-rulers-in-tokyo-sources-say-4953078"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The United States is holding additional undisclosed discussions with Myanmar’s military-backed authorities in Tokyo, according to sources. This marks the second meeting between the two parties in a month as Washington increases its attempts to reconnect with the generals it distanced itself from following the 2021 coup. Previous talks in Myanmar’s capital, Naypyitaw, in mid-September centered on releasing an American businessman and halting scam centers that targeted Americans, potentially paving the way for broader conversations, including on Myanmar's critical minerals deposits. The purpose of the Tokyo talks, led by US Assistant Secretary of State for Intelligence and Research Michael Vance, remains unclear, as neither the US nor Myanmar provided any details. Japan's Foreign Ministry confirmed it has been communicating with both sides but declined to elaborate on the specifics. The US has also lifted sanctions on the daughter of a Myanmar businessman accused of aiding the military's operations, signaling a shift in approach towards engaging with all parties involved in the country's civil conflict. Experts suggest that Japan may be participating in these talks beyond just hosting them, aiming to reestablish ties with Myanmar and counter China's influence in the Southeast Asian nation.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}