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Myanmar conflict
Why Inclusion Matters for Myanmar’s Resistance
By Thomas Kean and Hnin Thet Hmu Khin
In defiance of prevailing patriarchal norms, young women are playing instrumental roles in the country's “Spring Revolution."
On Myanmar, the World Needs to Save ASEAN From Itself
By David Hutt
Having failed to push forward a resolution to Myanmar's conflict, the Southeast Asian bloc needs a face-saving way of admitting defeat.
Malaysia’s Anwar Voices Concern About Myanmar Refugee Crisis
By Sebastian Strangio
The Malaysian leader claimed that 200,000 Myanmar nationals have now sought refuge in his country.
Foreign Firms Still Aiding Aviation Fuel Shipments to Myanmar Military
By Sebastian Strangio
Despite international sanctions, shipments of aviation fuel continue to reach the country, according to a new report.
China, Myanmar Have Resumed Work on Railway Project, Report Says
By Sebastian Strangio
Work on the long-planned Muse-Kyaukphyu line is once again inching forward, but construction is likely many years off.
It’s Time for the Leadership of Myanmar’s NUG to Step Up
By Luke Hunt
Western sanctions should be welcomed but the country's opposition must do more.
Malaysia Deported 114 Myanmar Nationals Last Month, Rights Group Says
By Sebastian Strangio
Amnesty International Malaysia said that the action "exposes the government’s hypocrisy in policy and practice.”
EU Imposes Sixth Round of Sanctions Against Military-Ruled Myanmar
By Sebastian Strangio
Among those listed are the junta's energy minister, and a number of private companies believed to be funneling arms, funds, and fuel to the military.
Why is Myanmar’s Air Force Bombing Civilian Targets?
By Sribala Subramanian
The attacks are “terrifying” residents of border areas and neighboring countries.
In War-Torn Karenni State, Civilians Bear the Brunt of the Junta’s Attacks
By Alar Corritti, Mie Mie, Matthias, and Ko Banya
Over 40 percent of the Karenni population has been forced to flee their homes since May 2021.
Myanmar’s National Unity Government Opens Office in Washington
By Sebastian Strangio
The opening of the office marks a deepening of official U.S. engagement with the NUG, but diplomatic recognition remains unlikely.
Oliver Slow on the Mindset of Myanmar’s Military
By Sebastian Strangio
"They view themselves as the only ones capable of keeping the country together – something that goes back to the military's foundation as an anti-colonial fighting force."