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Building bridges: A holistic approach to Myanmar’s democracy
As Myanmar continues to grapple with the aftermath of the 2021 military coup and ongoing civil unrest, well-intentioned advocates are exploring various avenues to promote democracy in the beleaguered nation
James SHWE, Myanmar democracy activist
Opinion paper
Arakan insurgents are on the cusp of seizing power in West Myanmar. India faces tough choices
The Arakan Army is now estimated to control eight-tenths of the province of Rakhine, raising speculation the region could be the first to be liberated from the control of the junta.
Praveen Swami
Opinion paper
Thailand seeks release of fishing crew, protests Myanmar attack on boats
Authorities are negotiating for the release of four Thai crew members arrested with a fishing boat towed to Myanmar and protesting against a gun attack on 15 fishing boats early Friday morning.
Post Reporters
News
Rawang Ethnic Affairs Minister dies while serving on frontline in Myanmar
Rawang Ethnic Affairs Minister Chan Sin Zee, also known as Chan Joram, a leading member of the Kagabu People’s Force (KPF) and a 2020 election winner, has died after falling ill while serving on the frontline, the KPF announced.
Mizzima
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Drug crackdown at the border: the Wa issue
Thai government faces challenges destroying drug production sites and safe houses in minority-dominated border areas
The Nation
News
China in Burma: A form of neo-colonialism?
It is the first time in Myanmar's history that a military regime is losing such a significant amount of territory. However, that turning point is about to be overturned by China.
Hein Htet Kyaw
Opinion paper
Why Has China Chosen To Stand By The Crumbling Junta? – Issue 158
This week’s Burma News International (BNI)-Myanmar Peace Monitor’s Bi-Weekly News Review takes a look at the steps taken by the Chinese government to take a decisive stand on the side of Myanmar’s military junta, which is failing on all fronts, based on data and events.
Bi-Weekly News Review | Myanmar Peace Monitor
Opinion paper
Caught Between Thailand and a Wa Place; Taking Chinese Lessons in Power
Unfazed by the backlash, the junta announced Wednesday it has instructed 21 staff from its Foreign and Education ministries to take online Chinese language lessons provided by a secondary school in Chongqing
Irrawaddy
News
G7 countries urge Myanmar’s junta to engage in a truly inclusive dialogue with stakeholders
A joint statement by G7 countries urged Myanmar’s junta to release all those arbitrarily detained and to engage in a truly inclusive dialogue with all stakeholders.
Mizzima
News
China backing wrong side in Myanmar’s civil war
China’s lean toward junta forces won’t be forgotten by the Myanmar people but it’s not too late to get on the right side of history
Than N Oo, Myanmar analyst and activist
Opinion paper