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Myanmar coup
The Death of Journalism in Myanmar
By Robert Bociaga
A journalist reflects on his detention by security forces, one small part of a wider crackdown on the country's media.
ASEAN to Hold Emergency Summit on Myanmar, No Date Set
By Sebastian Strangio
But a negotiated solution to the political crisis is growing more difficult with every passing week.
The Military’s Coup is Giving Way to a New Dawn for Myanmar
By Saw Kapi
The Myanmar military coup council has not yet fallen, but it is failing fast on all fronts.
Killing, Violence, and Detention: Myanmar Is No Place for Children
By Hassan Noor
Since the coup, Myanmar’s military has killed 43 children, detained 20, and traumatized countless more.
Myanmar Coup Opponents Announce ‘Unity Government’, Interim Constitution
By Sebastian Strangio
The move came as a special U.N. envoy warned that the country “is on the verge of spiraling into a failed state.”
Miss Grand Myanmar to Speak for Her Country From Thailand
By Luke Hunt
Han Lay wins international plaudits and highlights the plight of her people.
China Backs ASEAN Push for Talks on Myanmar Crisis
By Sebastian Strangio
The onus is on the Southeast Asian bloc to build a regional consensus for a more active role in resolving the crisis.
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.
Alliance of Ethnic Armed Groups Pledge Support for Myanmar’s ‘Spring Revolution’
By Sebastian Strangio
The junta's worst nightmare is an alliance between the anti-coup movement and ethnic armed groups.
US Suspends Trade and Investment Agreement with Myanmar
By Sebastian Strangio
The U.S. Trade Representative is also set to reassess Myanmar's eligibility for tariff-free access to the American market.
Chaos Is Opportunity for Myanmar’s Drug Trafficking Syndicates
By Sebastian Strangio
The pandemic was good for Myanmar’s drug trafficking syndicates. The turmoil following the coup will give a further boost to organized crime.
The Myanmar Crisis and the Contradictions of ‘Non-Interference’
By Kyaw Khant
As the situation in Myanmar worsens, it is becoming harder for outside nations to remain neutral.