China’s Kyaukphyu Push and the Reality of War in Arakan

by Admin | Jun 23, 2026 | Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy

Source: Development Media Group | Analysis by DMG Kyaukphyu is not an ordinary development project. Located on Maday and Yarai Chaing islands, the Kyaukphyu Deep-Sea Port is a critical part of China’s long-term strategy to secure access to the Indian Ocean through...

Malaysia detains 186 undocumented migrants, Including 26 Myanmar nationals

by Admin | Jun 23, 2026 | Daily News, Politics/Policy

Source: Mizzima The detained Myanmar nationals comprised 13 men and 13 women, according to JIM’s breakdown. Bangladeshi nationals made up the largest group detained Read Full Story

On Myanmar: From Sun Tzu to Niccolo Machiavelli

by Admin | Jun 23, 2026 | Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy

Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By James Shwe What two strategic thinkers reveal about China, the junta, and the resistance Read Full Story

A tungsten mine exposes Myanmar’s China-Russia balancing act

by Admin | Jun 23, 2026 | Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy

Source: ThinkChina | Assessment by Hao Nan China controls much of the flow, Russia seeks a stake, while Myanmar’s military government is using access to resources as leverage. Academic Hao Nan gives his assessment. Read Full Story

A State Welcome, but at a Price: What Min Aung Hlaing’s China Visit Reveals About Beijing’s Expectations

by Admin | Jun 22, 2026 | Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy

Source: Mizzima | Commentary by Mizzima It is no surprise that Beijing continues to treat Myanmar like a “vassal state”. Read Full Story

Open Letter from Parliamentarians: A Call on ASEAN and Its Member States to Demand the Release of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and All Political Prisoners in Myanmar

by Admin | Jun 22, 2026 | Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy

Source: ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights | Open Letter We convey our deepest respect and appreciation for your leadership as ASEAN Chair and for ASEAN’s continued efforts to advance regional peace, democracy, and sustainable resolution to the crisis in Myanmar....