The proposal to extend Myanmar’s commercial capital to the west is on a scale without precedent anywhere in the world
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Wild Boars’ Story Shows Happy Endings Do Happen
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A competently led rescue operation, selfless teamwork and a cast of inspiring characters captivated the world, and had Myanmar wondering, what if …
Quick Repatriation of Rohingya Refugees is Not a Durable Solution
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The refugees are being told that their only “choice” is “voluntary” return to Myanmar. In fact, there are other solutions.
Charges Against Reporters Meant to Muzzle Press
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Monday's court decision to charge two Reuters reporters is a clear sign that press freedom in Myanmar is dangerously on the wane. The free press has been warned.
New Yangon City Challenges Regional Govt Transparency
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Can the Swiss Challenge model guarantee project transparency?
Obsession With Statues Only Fuels Distrust in Union Government
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To truly honor Gen. Aung San’s vision, states should spend the money on developing remote areas
Is Modi Govt Getting its Act Together for a Better Act East Asia Policy?
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India so far has little to show for its much-touted Act East Asia policy.
ASEAN’s Role in the US Indo-Pacific Strategy
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“All in all, it is incumbent on ASEAN to reach out to the United States, Japan, India, and Australia,” writes Kavi Chongkittavorn regarding US Indo-Pacific strategy.
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Army Maintains ‘Divide and Conquer’ Approach to Ethnic Alliances
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Three FPNCC members fear the northern grouping will abandon them ahead of next month’s peace talks, but they are unlikely to disarm.
International Pressure Over Rohingya Crisis Tests NLD, Army Relations
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Relations between the NLD government and Myanmar army appear to be hanging by a thread with their leaders at loggerheads over international involvement in the Rohingya crisis.
Buddha’s Teaching and the Problems in Rakhine State
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Readers’ Perspectives: The issues in the strife-torn region stem from migration; this is not a religious conflict, writes Kyaw Lat.
Naga Peace Process Hits Rough Patch: Indian Soldiers Killed in Ambush by NSCN-K Rebels
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Even as the people of Nagaland await, believing that a solution to the decades-old conflict in the Naga hills is around the corner, the Indian government maybe be forced to do a re
The Need for Mental Health Care in Myanmar
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Bo Kyi of the Assistance Association for Political Prisoners writes of the need to address Myanmar’s mental health epidemic.
Why We Need to Recognize Migrant Domestic Workers’ Contribution to Our Economies
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Remittances remain hugely important to developing economies, and the Asia-Pacific region is the biggest receiver of remittances worldwide.
Obsession With Statues Only Fuels Distrust in Union Government
Same Old Story: For the Military, the Media is Simply a Tool
Army Maintains ‘Divide and Conquer’ Approach to Ethnic Alliances
International Pressure Over Rohingya Crisis Tests NLD, Army Relations
Quick Repatriation of Rohingya Refugees is Not a Durable Solution
New Yangon City Challenges Regional Govt Transparency
Is Modi Govt Getting its Act Together for a Better Act East Asia Policy?
ASEAN’s Role in the US Indo-Pacific Strategy