Russia

His meeting with Putin is the latest sign of increasingly close ties between Jakarta and Moscow

He acknowledged that Ukrainian attacks in Russia had inflicted real damage

Even as the Kremlin faces a stronger Ukraine, it is unlikely the country will cease the war

The country aims to project itself as a serious Asian actor, closely aligned with but distinct from China

Min Aung Hlaing has also travelled to China, India, Laos and Thailand to seek greater acceptance of his government

Moscow wants a political-diplomatic resolution reflecting its fundamental approach, says a Kremlin aide

Speaking at the summit, PM Lawrence Wong said Asean and Russia should work together in areas where their interests converge

Both countries also review opportunities for greater energy cooperation

Like China, Russia has been trying to position itself as a diplomatic back channel in the war