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Myanmar Junta Decries Exclusion of Coup Leader From ASEAN Summit
By Sebastian Strangio
After initially appearing to take ASEAN's decision on the chin, the military government has stiffened its position.
Telenor in Myanmar: Norway’s Human Rights Reputation Is On the Line
By Aung Myo Min
The Norwegian firm took a principled stance to Myanmar's coup. The same can't be said for its exit from the country.
Malaysian FM Calls for ‘Soul-Searching’ Over ASEAN Non-Interference
By Sebastian Strangio
Saifuddin Abdullah says the Southeast Asian bloc has to fundamentally rethink its approach to the crisis in Myanmar.
Does It Matter If Myanmar’s Junta Leader Is Banned From the ASEAN Summit?
By David Hutt
Despite uninviting Min Aung Hlaing from the summit, it remains unclear whether the Southeast Asian bloc has a longer-term plan.
US, Thailand Mull Crossborder Myanmar Aid Delivery Plan
By Sebastian Strangio
The established humanitarian presence in the region makes the Thai-Myanmar border a logical conduit for aid.
Myanmar Junta Asks Telenor Executives Not to Leave the Country
By Sebastian Strangio
The Norwegian telecoms firm is awaiting regulatory approval for the sale of its Myanmar operation.
Investors Spooked by Myanmar Crisis as Economy Braces for Free Fall
By Dominic Oo and John Liu
The February coup has rapidly unwound a decade of economic progress, while foreign investors are headed for the exits.
Myanmar Junta Releases Thousands Detained for Anti-Coup Protests
By Sebastian Strangio
The move followed on the heels of ASEAN's decision to uninvite regime chief Min Aung Hlaing from its upcoming summit.
Myanmar Opposition Welcomes ASEAN’s Exclusion of Junta Leader
By Sebastian Strangio
The decision reflects the Southeast Asian bloc's increasing frustration with Myanmar's military administration.
Army, Police Defections Growing, Claims Myanmar Shadow Government
By Sebastian Strangio
The claim comes amid an intensifying armed struggle against the military junta that seized power in February.
Resistance Attacks on Myanmar Junta Growing in Frequency, Intensity
By Sebastian Strangio
While the NUG's casualty figures are hard to verify, there is substantial evidence that civilian militias are striking increasing blows against the Tatmadaw.
EU Parliament Voices Support for Myanmar’s Opposition Government
By Sebastian Strangio
Despite the motion, Western support for the National Unity Government is likely to remain informal and unofficial.