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Will China use Pakistan as a Proxy to Arm Myanmar Military?

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Guest Column

By Yan Naing

Security experts claim that Beijing has stepped up its covert support of the junta, with Pakistan a possible conduit for weapons sales to the regime.

The Two Hands of Washington’s Myanmar Policy

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Guest Column

By Tony Waters

Tony Waters argues that Erin Murphy’s book, “Burmese Haze: US Policy and Myanmar’s Opening — and Closing”, fails to address the murky side of US involvement.

China Says Myanmar’s Shelling Across Bangladesh Border ‘Unfortunate’

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Burma

By Muktadir Rashid  

After repeatedly summoning the Myanmar ambassador, Dhaka has asked Beijing to convey its concerns to the junta, which is battling the Arakan Army near the border.

Putin Says ‘Impossible’ to Isolate Russia, Vows Gas and Oil Supply Cuts

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World

By AFP

Speaking at an economic forum, the Russian leader sought to pivot towards allies in Asia, the Middle East and Africa as his country faces a barrage of Western sanctions.

Controversial China-Backed New City is Myanmar’s Human Trafficking Hub

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Guest Column

By Yan Naing

Crime is flourishing in Shwe Kokko New City in Karen State, even as Beijing denies official involvement in the so-called Special Economic Zone.

Inequality, Discord and Insecurity in Myanmar’s ‘Sacrifice Zone’ 

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Guest Column

By Corporate Accountability Myanmar

Facilitated by militia and military leaders, rare earth extraction in Kachin State near China has serious health, social, environmental and sovereignty implications.

Junta Watch: Coup Leader Suffers Economic Delusions, Rebuffs Peace Plan, and More

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Junta Watch

By The Irrawaddy

Also this week, Min Aung Hlaing changed his tune on his recent Russia visit, and the regime parroted Beijing’s line on a controversial US visit to Taiwan.

Myanmar Civilian Govt Warns Foreign Firms  Investing Under Junta

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

Seven Singaporean firms and a Chinese company were targeted by the National Unity Government. 

Myanmar Regime’s US Dollar Restrictions Halting Border Trade

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

Exports to China and Thailand are slowing due to the junta’s insistence that all trade is carried out with US dollars at an exchange rate set by the regime.

Spotlight on Three Major Chinese Infrastructure Initiatives in Myanmar 

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

China is pushing for implementation of LMC, trade corridor and CMEC projects, and will likely focus on areas controlled by ethnic armies with which it has good ties.

US Calls on SE Asian Nations to Hold Myanmar Junta ‘Accountable’

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Burma

By AFP

Speaking after meeting anti-regime activists in Bangkok, Secretary of State Antony Blinken also said it was in China’s interest to see Myanmar return to democracy.

Junta Watch: Coup Leader Says Military Still Needed in Politics; Another ASEAN Snub, and More

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Junta Watch

By The Irrawaddy

Also this week, the regime’s No. 2 kept a straight face while calling for a ‘free and fair’ vote, and China’s visiting top diplomat kept his distance from the junta boss.

China Cuts Power to Myanmar Village Amid Border Dispute

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

Shan State villagers say they have been without power for nine months since they opposed Chinese attempts to fence off their land. 

Chinese Foreign Minister Snubs Myanmar Junta Chief

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

Wang Yi was in Naypyitaw for three days but failed to meet with Min Aung Hlaing, who craves visits from foreign dignitaries as a form of recognition for his junta.

Myanmar Regime Takes Delivery of Two Su-30 Fighter Jets From Russia

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

The fighters arrived in March and are based in Naypyitaw; Russian technicians are helping the military during the warranty period, striking Air Force officers said.