Burma

November saw protests in Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, and Burma, and may be a harbinger of things to come.

As the world’s headlines turned to reforms in Burma, the nation is also branching out into the world of sports.

President Obama’s past overtures to North Korea have been rebuffed. Will Pyongyang “unclench” its fist?

The Diplomat’s Steve Finch reports from Burma on President Barack Obama’s historic visit. Will reforms press forward?

While an upcoming visit underscores Washington's commitment to the region, consistency is the key.

Obama will become the first sitting U.S. President to visit Burma and Cambodia later this month.

While various reforms seem to have made Burma a hot destination for investment, many challenges remain.

With Burma’s many internal problems, are business and global leaders ignoring issues of grave concern?

In 2008 Cyclone Nargis hit Burma, causing massive devastation but spurring reform. Can Sandy push America to tackle climate change?

Burma’s President is rumored to be a contender for the Nobel Peace Prize. If history is a guide, its not as crazy as it may sound.

If Burma is to embrace democracy, the voices of “the most persecuted people on the planet” must be heard.

Female empowerment must be a top priority as Burma moves towards true democracy.