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APAC's Weekly Agenda: April 29-May 5
The Diplomat presents its weekly list of happenings in the Asia-Pacific. Get the scoop on what’s ahead this week.

Don’t Let the Flames of Nationalism Engulf Southeast Asia
SE Asia has seen a spike in violence recently, highlighting the need for a rethink concerning nationalist rhetoric.

Burma Goes to Press
Burma has taken one step closer to openness with the unfettering of its formerly state-run newspaper industry.

A Brave New Burma?
Amid reforms, Burma remains embroiled in conflict. Have human rights taken a backseat to development?

Myanmar’s Developmental Catch-22
Consumerism and rule of law are taking root in Myanmar. This radical opening brings both opportunity and challenge.

Rethinking ASEAN Integration
After 40 years ASEAN members are still struggling to create a sense of solidarity.

Burma’s Biggest Win: Its Legislature
Burma’s legislature has been a boon for the country. But building a parliamentary house takes time

China's Myanmar Problem
With conflict raging on China’s borders with Myanmar, Beijing weighs the possible influx of refugees.

Full Steam Ahead: The Burma Boom
With Burma opening to the outside world, the opportunities for investors and its people are vast. The challenges may be equally daunting.

Forty Shipwreck Survivors Denied Entry into Singapore
After being dubbed the “the planet’s most emotionless society”, is a troubling narrative forming?
The Next Step in Burma's Economic Opening
While much about the country’s future remains uncertain, banks and accounting firms are moving in.

A Rough Road for Reform in Burma
Recent events show that even though reforms in Burma have been widely hailed as positive, the future is unclear.