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ASEAN's Fake Drug Problem

ASEAN's Fake Drug Problem

A study shows a third of anti-malarial drugs in Southeast Asia are fake. Lack of uniform standards is a problem.

Why Asia Wants America

Why Asia Wants America

The United States is still the partner of choice for many Asian nations, says Sen. John McCain. But Washington needs to put aside its political bickering.

Mitchell Burma Bound

Mitchell Burma Bound

The White House has nominated Derek Mitchell to be the first U.S. ambassador to Burma in 22 years.

Burma: One Korea for Another

Burma: One Korea for Another

The visit to Burma this week by Lee Myung-bak is another symbolic step for the Thein Sein government.

Will Reform Bring Burma Peace?

Will Reform Bring Burma Peace?

By Tom Fawthrop
Signs of democratic reforms in Burma are welcome. But are they likely to help bring an end to ethnic unrest in Kachin state?
Art and Democracy

Art and Democracy

Burma Installation in New York’s Grand Central Station was a reminder of how art can shape public opinion.

Ban in Burma

Ban in Burma

U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon seems to be having a better visit to Burma than last time he was there.

Burma’s Football Revolution?

Burma’s Football Revolution?

It won’t necessarily be easy, but there’s plenty of football potential that can be developed in Burma.

Burma Across the Threshold

Burma Across the Threshold

This month’s by-elections in Burma have further assured the West that it’s time to start loosening sanctions. But some caution is warranted.

Japan Pledge Ups China Ante

Japan Pledge Ups China Ante

Japan has pledged billions in assistance to five Southeast Asian nations. How will China respond?

How West Will Arm Burma

How West Will Arm Burma

The West doesn’t need to lift an arms embargo to help arm Burma. Lifting investment restrictions will do the job.

Burma’s Misguided Drug War

By Tom Fawthrop
Keen to impress the West and get sanctions lifted, Burma is cracking down on opium production. But hundreds of thousands may be left in poverty.

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