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Armed ethnic conflict in Myanmar

International Financial Watchdog Adds Myanmar to Blacklist

International Financial Watchdog Adds Myanmar to Blacklist

By Sebastian Strangio
The Financial Action Task Force said the move was a result of the country's persistent failures to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.

Shan State Exemplifies China’s Tangled Myanmar Ties

Shan State Exemplifies China’s Tangled Myanmar Ties

By Tom Fawthrop
China’s endorsement of the junta lays the basis for a boom in trade with the fractious eastern state – or so Beijing hopes.
The Lost World of the Lords of the Sky

The Lost World of the Lords of the Sky

By Robert Bociaga 
The tangled history of Shan State reveals the broken promises of a federal, truly democratic Myanmar.

Myanmar’s Peace Process: The China Factor

Myanmar’s Peace Process: The China Factor

By Yun Sun
China has an undeniable role in Myanmar’s peace process, but an ultimate resolution lies in Burmese hands.

The Future of Myanmar’s Peace Process: Same Old Challenges or New Progress?

The Future of Myanmar’s Peace Process: Same Old Challenges or New Progress?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the deeper dynamics in one of Asia’s most protracted conflicts and what lies ahead.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Myanmar’s Ceasefire Falls Apart in Shan State

Myanmar’s Ceasefire Falls Apart in Shan State

By Maggi Quadrini
Instability in northern Shan state is increasing the forced displacement of locals, along other rights abuses.

Myanmar Ethnic Rebel Alliance Stages Coordinated Attacks

Myanmar Ethnic Rebel Alliance Stages Coordinated Attacks

By Pyae Sone Win
The Northern Alliance coordinated attacks in 5 separate locations in the Mandalay region and Northern Shan state.
Myanmar’s Search for Elusive Peace

Myanmar’s Search for Elusive Peace

By Amara Thiha
Government efforts to secure peace in the country continue to be hampered by internal and external factors.

Marking 70 Years of War in Myanmar

Marking 70 Years of War in Myanmar

By Jittrapon Kaicome
Karen armed groups gather to seek peace while marking the 70th anniversary of the original revolution.

Myanmar’s Jade-Fueled War

Myanmar’s Jade-Fueled War

By Daniel Combs
Are the Tatmadaw and KIA colluding to maximize jade profits?

Myanmar's Fighting Season in Kachin

Myanmar's Fighting Season in Kachin

By Daniel Combs
The fighting in Kachin is a microcosm of Myanmar's stalled peace process.
The 'Resource War' in Kachin State

The 'Resource War' in Kachin State

By Eugene Mark
Myanmar's Tatmadaw and the Kachin Independence Army are fighting for control of lucrative natural resources.

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