In an effort to address the ethnic conflict in Manipur, a peace conference hosted by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on April 5 brought together representatives of the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities. The MHA proposed a six-point resolution as a roadmap for peace, emphasizing appeals to civil society groups to discourage violence and promising future consultations on contentious issues. Both communities expressed their concerns, with Meitei leaders stressing the territorial integrity of Manipur, while Kuki representatives highlighted their community’s needs. This marks the first direct dialogue between the groups since violence erupted in May 2023, which has led to significant loss of life and displacement.