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Japan To Downgrade Diplomatic Ties With Myanmar Junta, Report Says

Japan To Downgrade Diplomatic Ties With Myanmar Junta, Report Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Like several of its Western partners, Japan will now be represented in Yangon by a chargé d'affaires rather than a full ambassador.

Rights Groups Condemn Myanmar Prisoner Executions, Warn More to Come

Rights Groups Condemn Myanmar Prisoner Executions, Warn More to Come

By Sebastian Strangio
Several sources are reporting that five pro-democracy activists will be hanged at Insein Prison in Yangon today.
Death Toll From Typhoon Yagi Rises in Inundated Myanmar

Death Toll From Typhoon Yagi Rises in Inundated Myanmar

By Sebastian Strangio
The disaster has increased scrutiny on international organizations' decision to engage with the military State Administration Council.

Engagements With the Myanmar Military Undermine Localized Approaches to Humanitarian Assistance

Engagements With the Myanmar Military Undermine Localized Approaches to Humanitarian Assistance

By Maggi Quadrini
International organizations should focus on strengthening local networks and providing cross-border aid rather than waiting for authorization from the junta to operate in conflict zones. 

Myanmar Announces Census as Prelude to Long-Delayed Election

Myanmar Announces Census as Prelude to Long-Delayed Election

By Sebastian Strangio
Due to the security situation, a comprehensive census, let alone a multiparty election, will remain a remote prospect for the foreseeable future.

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Myanmar Junta Extends Post-Coup State of Emergency for Sixth Time

Myanmar Junta Extends Post-Coup State of Emergency for Sixth Time

By Sebastian Strangio
Despite the deteriorating security situation, junta chief Min Aung Hlaing remains committed to holding elections at some point next year.

In Myanmar, An Impossible Election Is in China’s Interests

In Myanmar, An Impossible Election Is in China’s Interests

By Luke Hunt
With the country's state of emergency due to expire at the end of the month, the junta is plotting its next move.
US Diplomat Reportedly Met Myanmar Naval Officer in Vietnam

US Diplomat Reportedly Met Myanmar Naval Officer in Vietnam

By Sebastian Strangio
The meeting between Daniel Kritenbrink and Kyaw Lin Zaw may mark a shift in the U.S. approach to Myanmar's conflict.

Killing of Monks Raises Fear of a Holy Conflict in Myanmar

Killing of Monks Raises Fear of a Holy Conflict in Myanmar

By Luke Hunt
As mourners queue, the military apologizes and issues a rare apology for the military's shooting of two monks, including an influential abbot.

Myanmar Junta Launches Crackdown on Gold, Currency Traders

Myanmar Junta Launches Crackdown on Gold, Currency Traders

By Sebastian Strangio
The massive gap between the black market and official rates for the kyat has created lucrative opportunities for arbitrage.

Junta Airstrike Hits Wedding in Myanmar’s North, Dozens Feared Dead

Junta Airstrike Hits Wedding in Myanmar’s North, Dozens Feared Dead

By Sebastian Strangio
As the military junta loses ground, it has come to rely more heavily on air strikes to wreak vengeance on resistance-held areas.
Deportation of Myanmar Nationals From Manipur Could Favor Myanmar’s Junta

Deportation of Myanmar Nationals From Manipur Could Favor Myanmar’s Junta

By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
Resistance forces fighting the junta in Sagaing Region may not be able to retreat to Manipur for shelter, henceforth.

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