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The Khaki Guardians of The NLD

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By Kyaw Phyo Tha

Four ex-army men moved the NLD forward while former military regimes attempted to suppress the party.

Fitting a Round Peg into a Square Hole

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By Kyaw Zwa Moe

Defendants attest that charging journalists for unlawful association for doing their jobs is simply wrong.

China’s Charm Offensive Regains its Foothold in Myanmar

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By Aung Zaw

A series of high-profile meetings reveals Beijing’s growing influence in the Southeast Asian nation.

A Judicious Opportunity

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By Kyaw Phyo Tha

The decision as to whether the three detained journalists, including The Irrawaddy’s Lawi Weng, are guilty now falls solely on the judges.

Is U Wirathu Poking a ‘Paper Tiger’?

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By Kyaw Phyo Tha

The notorious monk remains defiant in the face of a govt order to remove Ma Ba Tha signboards.

India Courts Myanmar  

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By Aung Zaw

The effort is seen as a counter to China’s influence, writes Aung Zaw.

Not the Time to Rock the Boat

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By Kyaw Phyo Tha

The controversy surrounding U Phyo Min Thein’s comments is the latest reminder that civil-military relations in Myanmar remain sensitive.

Yangon’s Stray Dogs

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By Kyaw Phyo Tha

Even a stray dog should not suffer mistreatment at our hands.

Journalists’ Case to Test Judiciary

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By Kyaw Zwa Moe

The upcoming court appearance will be a trial in which we see whether the court will act independently without being influenced or intimidated by anyone.

The Military’s Offensive Against the Media

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By Kyaw Zwa Moe

Journalists are under attack and press freedom is in jeopardy, writes Kyaw Zwa Moe.

Defending Lawi Weng

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By Aung Zaw

The arrest of Lawi Weng and the DVB reporters demonstrates that Myanmar remains an unsafe place for journalists to work, writes Aung Zaw.

Yangon: My City at Breaking Point

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By Kyaw Phyo Tha

Once a jewel of Southeast Asia, uninhibited development, crumbling infrastructure, and unintuitive transport policies have pushed Yangon to the edge.

Age Matters in Politics

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By Kyaw Zwa Moe

With Daw Aung San Suu Kyi now 72, she likely feels that there is not an extraordinary amount of time left for her to achieve her goals for Myanmar.

Calling Media ‘Crows’ is Insulting

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By Kyaw Phyo Tha

NLD spokesman’s ‘jokes’ about the media embarrass Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, her party and the democratic norms they champion.

Open Letter to the State Counselor

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By Kyaw Zwa Moe

Building peace and a federal democratic system are understandable priorities, but another matter too requires urgent attention, writes Kyaw Zwa Moe.