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Min Aung Hlaing
Japan's Shameful Myanmar Embrace
By Lisa Tassi
Japan is on the wrong side of history over Myanmar’s atrocities against the Rohingya.
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Facebook May Have Doomed the Political Career of Myanmar’s Top General
August 31, 2018
Facebook May Have Doomed the Political Career of Myanmar’s Top General
A Facebook ban on Senior General Min Aung Hlaing will have major ramifications.
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Facebook May Have Doomed the Political Career of Myanmar’s Top General
What’s Behind Myanmar’s Big New Military Exercise?
February 09, 2018
What’s Behind Myanmar’s Big New Military Exercise?
The holding of the first tri-service exercise in over two decades needs to be viewed from a broader perspective.
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What’s Behind Myanmar’s Big New Military Exercise?
What Did the Russian Defense Minister’s Myanmar Visit Accomplish?
January 23, 2018
What Did the Russian Defense Minister’s Myanmar Visit Accomplish?
The trip put the focus on ongoing activity in the bilateral military relationship which has been on the uptick of late.
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What Did the Russian Defense Minister’s Myanmar Visit Accomplish?
Myanmar Military Modernization in the Spotlight Amid Air Force Anniversary
December 19, 2017
Myanmar Military Modernization in the Spotlight Amid Air Force Anniversary
Commemoration highlights changes underway by the country’s military and the opportunities and challenges therein.
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Myanmar Military Modernization in the Spotlight Amid Air Force Anniversary
Unpacking the Myanmar Commander-in-Chief’s Grand India Visit
July 28, 2017
Unpacking the Myanmar Commander-in-Chief’s Grand India Visit
India is deepening military engagement with Myanmar in the hopes of heading off Chinese influence.
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Unpacking the Myanmar Commander-in-Chief’s Grand India Visit
North Korea-Myanmar Links in the Spotlight Under Trump
July 25, 2017
North Korea-Myanmar Links in the Spotlight Under Trump
An old worry is being expressed with a renewed sense of urgency.
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North Korea-Myanmar Links in the Spotlight Under Trump
It’s Good to Be the Tatmadaw
May 11, 2017
It’s Good to Be the Tatmadaw
Formerly a global pariah, the Burmese military now enjoys a growing embrace by the West and public support at home.
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It’s Good to Be the Tatmadaw
What’s Behind Myanmar Military Chief’s Europe Voyage?
April 28, 2017
What’s Behind Myanmar Military Chief’s Europe Voyage?
A closer look at Min Aung Hlaing's goodwill visit to Germany and stopover in Austria.
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What’s Behind Myanmar Military Chief’s Europe Voyage?
Myanmar's Suu Kyi Hosts Chinese Foreign Minister
April 07, 2016
Myanmar's Suu Kyi Hosts Chinese Foreign Minister
China and Myanmar are trying to turn over a new leaf in their recently troubled relationship.
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Myanmar's Suu Kyi Hosts Chinese Foreign Minister
Myanmar Military Might on Display in Parade Amid Democracy Concerns
March 28, 2016
Myanmar Military Might on Display in Parade Amid Democracy Concerns
The country marks Armed Forces Day days before a new civilian government takes power.
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Myanmar Military Might on Display in Parade Amid Democracy Concerns
Will Myanmar’s Military Chief Stay On?
February 17, 2016
Will Myanmar’s Military Chief Stay On?
Sources report that Min Aung Hlaing has been granted an extension of his term at a critical time in the country’s transition.
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Will Myanmar’s Military Chief Stay On?
Myanmar: Fahrenheit 436
January 05, 2016
Myanmar: Fahrenheit 436
One section of the country’s constitution promises some rocky times ahead.
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Myanmar: Fahrenheit 436
The (Few) Generals That Don’t Exit in Myanmar
November 20, 2015
The (Few) Generals That Don’t Exit in Myanmar
Myanmar's military took a bashing in the polls on November 8, but it will continue to play a role in politics.
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The (Few) Generals That Don’t Exit in Myanmar
Myanmar’s Elections: An Historic Opportunity for Change
November 07, 2015
Myanmar’s Elections: An Historic Opportunity for Change
As the country goes to the polls, its military has a chance to make history.
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Myanmar’s Elections: An Historic Opportunity for Change
Myanmar’s Elections: Jostling for Power
August 20, 2015
Myanmar’s Elections: Jostling for Power
Who might emerge from the uncertainty that surrounds Myanmar’s upcoming polls?
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Myanmar’s Elections: Jostling for Power
Myanmar Military Chief Vows Non-Interference in Elections
July 21, 2015
Myanmar Military Chief Vows Non-Interference in Elections
General says result will be honored if victory is achieved fairly.
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Myanmar Military Chief Vows Non-Interference in Elections
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Satoru Nagao on the Japan-India ‘Special’ Relationship
December 12, 2018
Satoru Nagao on the Japan-India ‘Special’ Relationship
The Diplomat talks with Saturo Nagao about the trajectory of ties between Japan and India in the wider Indo-Pacific.
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