The Myanmar Military’s “New” Narrative: Caveat Emptor

by Admin | Jun 8, 2026 | Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy

Source: FULCRUM | By Billy Ford The new Myanmar regime’s narrative about promoting stability and strengthening international relations belies the instability and devastation its coup unleashed on the country. Read Full Story

The Arakan Army and the Quest for Total Control of Arakan State: How Close?

by Admin | Jun 8, 2026 | Analyses, Inter-conflict, Opinion Papers

Source: Myanmar Peace Monitor | Bi-Weekly News Review – Issue 197 In this issue, BNI-Myanmar Peace Monitor examines the methods, patterns, and incidents behind the junta’s ongoing campaign to retake resistance-controlled towns. Read Full Story

Myanmar’s military ‘comeback’ claim doesn’t hold water

by Admin | Jun 8, 2026 | Inter-conflict, Opinion Papers, Resistance

Source: Asia Times | By James Shwe Foreign media and outside observers are once again mistaking optics for actual control Read Full Story

Regime’s Renewed Lobbying Drive Tests Shifting US Policy Under Trump

by Admin | Jun 8, 2026 | Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy

Source: The Irrawaddy | By Bertil Lintner This is hardly the first time the Myanmar military has turned to a PR firm in an attempt to repair its relationship with Washington. Read Full Story

Myanmar Leader’s Visit To India Is A Clear Strategic Signal To Beijing

by Admin | Jun 8, 2026 | Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy

Source: Deccan Chronicle | By Pradeep C. Nair For Myanmar, it reflects the search for alternatives to excessive dependence on China. Read Full Story

The Interrupted Generation – Youth, Survival, and Education after the Myanmar Coup

by Admin | Jun 8, 2026 | Education, Governance, Opinion Papers

Source: Asia-Pacific Journal Japan Focus | By Marie Lall While democracy was never on offer, a post-military Myanmar did open up the possibility of a participatory system. Read Full Story