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Matthew Smith on the Struggle for Accountability in Myanmar
By Sebastian Strangio
"If we can’t envision a day when Min Aung Hlaing is in custody and facing prosecution, then it won’t happen."
Myanmar’s Bleak Economic Prospects Detailed in World Bank Report
By Luke Hunt
Economy deteriorates further as fighting escalates, blocking trade routes with China and other neighboring countries.
Myanmar Ethnic Alliance Continues Gains, Despite China-Brokered Ceasefire
By Sebastian Strangio
A day after Beijing announced the negotiated ceasefire, resistance forces were reported to have seized a key town and border trade zone.
Myanmar Ethnic Alliance ‘Reaffirms’ Goal of Overthrowing Military Junta
By Sebastian Strangio
The Three Brotherhood Alliance made the announcement two days after reports that it took part in peace talks with the military administration.
The Indian Ocean Is Witnessing a Surge in Russian Military Exercises
By Pooja Bhatt
Russia is looking to shore up military partnerships in a critical region, from India to Myanmar.
Myanmar Now the World’s Leading Producer of Opium, UN Says
By Sebastian Strangio
Nearly three years after the military's seizure of power, opium production has become more widespread and productive.
Is Myanmar’s Civil War Pushing the Country Toward Fragmentation?
By Kyaw Hsan Hlaing
Resistance forces now face the challenge of building an ethnically inclusive and democratic state, something that no government in Myanmar has ever achieved.
Myanmar Military, Resistance Alliance Participate in China-Brokered Talks
By Sebastian Strangio
A spokesperson for China's Foreign Ministry hailed the "positive results" of the talks, but a lasting peace is unlikely.
US, UK, Canada Sanctions Target Southeast Asian Scam Operations
By Sebastian Strangio
The coordinated sanctions have been imposed on those responsible for major criminal operations in Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar.
How Will Indonesia Handle the Growing Number of Refugee Arrivals?
By Sebastian Strangio
Jakarta is now pondering more permanent solutions to the increasing number of Rohingya refugees arriving in Aceh.
Laos Deports 462 Chinese Nationals as Scamming Crackdown Spreads
By Sebastian Strangio
Under pressure from China, mainland Southeast Asian governments are finally taking action against the region's cyberscam scourge. But will it be enough?
Myanmar Junta Chief Calls on Resistance Groups to Solve Problems ‘Politically’
By Sebastian Strangio
Are Min Aung Hlaing's comments a sign that his military administration is looking for an off-ramp?