Tag
Min Aung Hlaing
Myanmar Junta Chief Arrives in Russia for Security Conference
By Sebastian Strangio
The trip came just days after the U.N. called on member states "to prevent the flow of arms into Myanmar.”
China Steps Toward De Facto Recognition of Myanmar’s Junta
By Sebastian Strangio
For the first time, the Chinese government has referred to Min Aung Hlaing as "the leader of Myanmar."
On Myanmar, Japan Must Lead by Example
By Yusuke Watanabe
“Japan must position itself as a bridge between the Tatmadaw and the United States and other democratic countries rather than blindly aligning itself with the Western policy of regime change.”
Duterte Joins Thai PM on the Sidelines of ASEAN Myanmar Summit
By Sebastian Strangio
The leaders' absence doesn't bode well for ASEAN's ability to muster a united front against Myanmar's junta.
Thai PM to Skip Special ASEAN Summit on Myanmar
By Sebastian Strangio
The leaders of eight Southeast Asian nations, including Myanmar's junta leader Min Aung Hlaing, are confirmed attendees at the meeting.
Can Myanmar’s Protesters Win?
By Tom Fawthrop
They are up against a ruthless, entrenched military. But history tells us not to underestimate the power of the people.
Myanmar Mire: Democracy Under Fire
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Jane Ferguson.
UN Security Council Urges Myanmar Junta to Exercise ‘Utmost Restraint’
By Sebastian Strangio
The move came the day that the U.S. government imposed a third round of sanctions on Myanmar's military.
Do the Myanmar Junta’s New ‘Peace-Making Committees’ Stand Any Chance of Success?
By Joe Kumbun
Forging a sustainable nationwide peace was elusive before. It's even more difficult in the midst of the current crisis.
The Myanmar Public Fights Not to End Up Like Thailand
By Oren Samet
Myanmar’s army chief wanted a Thai-style coup. What he got was an uprising.
Myanmar Coup Leader: ‘Join Hands’ With Army for Democracy
By Associated Press
Anti-coup protesters are unlikely to be swayed by Sen. Gen. Min Aung Hlaing's call for unity.
Following Coup, US Targets Myanmar Military With Sanctions
By Sebastian Strangio
The sanctions seem designed to limit the impact on the public – but Myanmar's coup leaders are unlikely to yield.