Myanmar is right to worry about Beijing’s influence, but China-bashing isn’t the answer. The message to China—and to all—should be clear: Respect Myanmar’s sovereignty.
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After Bangkok Debacle, Can Trump Salvage ASEAN-US Ties?
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US President Trump has followed his snub of ASEAN’s Bangkok summit by inviting the bloc’s leaders to Washington, but it remains to be seen if they’re in a mood to accept.
The Keys to Building Trust and Achieving Peace Are in the Myanmar Military’s Hands
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Various international models are available, but one way or another the Myanmar military must address the demands of ethnic minorities if the country is to achieve peace.
In Myanmar, Courts Increasingly Used to Silence Criticism of Military and Govt
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This week’s jailing of a satirical performance troupe continues a worrying trend of official legal action against critics of the government and military.
Our Right to Information Is Inseparable From Our Right to Expression
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Ahead of the Int'l Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, it’s worth reflecting on the link between the right to information and the right to expression.
Could a Logistical Issue Overturn Myanmar’s Peace Talks?
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The Restoration Council of Shan State claims the military is trying to undermine the peace process.
Does Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Follow Ne Win’s ‘Neutrality’?
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Whereas previous governments walked a diplomatic tightrope to achieve ‘neutrality’ in foreign affairs, the current government seems less surefooted.
Yangon Region Govt Hides From Scrutiny at ‘Friendly’ Press Conference
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The Yangon regional government took another significant step away from transparency on Tuesday, excluding media deemed unfriendly from an official press conference.
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Forecasting the Coming Century for Myanmar—Without a Crystal Ball
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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?
Myanmar’s NLD Presides Over Sharp Rise in Cost of Living
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Under the NLD government, inflation has rebounded after an initial fall, while prices have risen steadily. The Irrawaddy’s infographics illustrate key data since 2016.
Govt Resists Myanmar Military’s Push to Boost National Security Council Role
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As insurgent threats mount, the military’s calls for a top-level security meeting grow louder.
Myanmar’s Peace Process Is A Puzzling Phenomenon
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To capitalize on the existing momentum in the peace process, the Myanmar Army should extend the unilateral ceasefire it terminated in mid-September.
Under China’s Direction, Myanmar’s Peace Process Goes Nowhere
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China’s involvement in Myanmar’s peace process is guided by strategic self-interest, even as it benefits from the conflicts through arms sales and resource extraction.
Badly Behaved Chinese Tourists Draw Local Ire in Myanmar
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While they value the business, locals in the tourism industry say the govt opened the door to mass tourism from China without considering cultural, environmental impacts.
Does Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Follow Ne Win’s ‘Neutrality’?
Yangon Region Govt Hides From Scrutiny at ‘Friendly’ Press Conference
Forecasting the Coming Century for Myanmar—Without a Crystal Ball
How Myanmar’s Military Chief Could Become President
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The Keys to Building Trust and Achieving Peace Are in the Myanmar Military’s Hands
Our Right to Information Is Inseparable From Our Right to Expression
Myanmar’s Peace Process Is A Puzzling Phenomenon