YANGON, Myanmar (AP) -- "Ethnic rebel group leaders began meeting Friday in northeastern Myanmar to discuss how to end the current fighting in the region and finalize a nationwide ceasefire agreement with the government. The meeting which was taking place in Panghsang, the stronghold of the militarily powerful ethnic Wa group is attended by about 50 representatives from 12 ethnic armed groups including the Wa group. Meanwhile in a nearby region, fierce clashes between Kokang guerrillas and government troops have left hundreds killed. At the same time, an alliance of more than a dozen ethnic minority groups has been holding talks with the government to end decades of fighting for autonomy. The government?s continued clashes with the Kokang have caused the ethnic alliance to distrust the sincerity of President Thein Sein?s regime. Neither the Kokang nor their Wa hosts have been part of the government?s talks but both were taking part in Friday?s consultations..."