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Myanmar Junta’s Caretaker Government on Course to Fail

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Guest Column

By David I. Steinberg

Unlike the military’s caretaker government of 1958-60, the present regime’s corrupt and violent administration faces unprecedented resistance from the people.

Myanmar Architect Who Designed Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s Mother’s Mausoleum Dies

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

U Bo Gyi, who was hounded by the previous junta for his work, died a monk. He was 89. 

Myanmar Junta Placing False Hopes in China’s Vaccine Diplomacy

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

Many people are refusing Chinese vaccines, citing concerns over their effectiveness and saying they won’t accept help from an ally of the military regime.

UN Vote Puts Spotlight on Myanmar-Belarus Connection

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Analysis

By The Irrawaddy

Myanmar’s military and Lukashenko’s autocratic regime have been quietly building ties, focused on arms sales, for over a decade; contact remains close following the coup.

Kayah Rebel Army Backs Civilian Resistance Against Regime

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

Karenni Nationalities Defense Force spokesman Khu Daniel tells The Irrawaddy that the experienced armed group will stand by the people.

Kachin State Militia Recruits for Myanmar’s Junta: Villagers

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

The Rawang people’s militia near the Chinese border is reportedly forcing villagers to fight the Kachin Independence Army and the NLD’s new forces.

Forecasting the Coming Century for Myanmar—Without a Crystal Ball

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From the Archive

By Kyaw Zwa Moe

Will the current transition lead Myanmar back into authoritarian rule, or is the country on the verge of finally breaking its historical cycle of thwarted opportunities?

Millions Expected to Join General Strike in Myanmar on Monday to Oppose Regime

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

Historic show of defiance against military dictatorship expected to rival ‘Four Eights’ uprising of three decades ago. 

Sanctions Threat Already Having Chilling Effect on Business Activity in Myanmar

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

Companies, especially foreign businesses, are putting investment plans on hold and some have suspended production in the wake of Monday’s military coup.

Myanmar’s Political Drama – What Episode Are You Watching Now?

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Commentary

By Aung Zaw

If the military were to stage a coup, they would be digging their own graves—but Myanmar people have grown to expect the unexpected.

China Vows to Deepen Economic Cooperation, Open Markets to Myanmar

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Burma

By Nan Lwin

The Chinese ambassador said the beginning of the NLD government’s next term coincides with the launch of Beijing’s new five-year plan, presenting economic opportunities.

The Day Myanmar Voted for the First Time

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On This Day

By Wei Yan Aung

A flawed voting process selected a rubber-stamp parliament while Myanmar was under British colonial rule. But it did introduce concepts of democracy to the population.

Pundits’ Takes on Myanmar’s 2020 Election

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

As Myanmar prepares to vote, The Irrawaddy asks international observers who have been following the country’s political issues for years for their views on the Nov. 8 election.

Bye Bye, Big Brother

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From the Archive

By Kyaw Zwa Moe

To mark this week’s 16th anniversary of the former military junta’s arrest of its own notorious security chief, Khin Nyunt, The Irrawaddy revisits a commentary from 2008.