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Thein Sein
Myanmar’s “Look West” Policy: Is China Being Sidelined?
Under Thein Sein, the country is seeking to evolve from its reliance on China.
Ashin Wirathu: The Monk Behind Burma’s “Buddhist Terror”
A TIME Magazine cover story has riled Thein Sein along with much of the nation.
Myanmar, Burma, Living in La La Land with Two-Child Policy
Plans to revive Burma’s two-child limit for Muslim Rohingyas has sparked staunch opposition on moral grounds.
India to Station Ground Forces in Afghanistan?
The Diplomat rounds up this week’s upcoming events in the Asia-Pacific.
Japanese PM Shinzo Abe to Visit Burma, Discuss Economic Development
Meeting postponed in Seoul, PM Abe has opted to go to Burma instead.
Burma Goes to Press
Burma has taken one step closer to openness with the unfettering of its formerly state-run newspaper industry.
Burma: A Fragile Peace
By Tom Fawthrop
A Brave New Burma?
Amid reforms, Burma remains embroiled in conflict. Have human rights taken a backseat to development?
Burma’s Biggest Win: Its Legislature
Burma’s legislature has been a boon for the country. But building a parliamentary house takes time
Burma Confirms Airstrikes on Kachin Rebels
While Burma has opened up to the outside world and undertaken political reform, internal strife remains.
A Rough Road for Reform in Burma
Recent events show that even though reforms in Burma have been widely hailed as positive, the future is unclear.
An Extraordinary Moment: Obama Makes History in Burma
The Diplomat’s Steve Finch reports from Burma on President Barack Obama’s historic visit. Will reforms press forward?