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Opinion Papers
Joint Press Statement on the Human Rights and Humanitarian Situation in Myanmar
Source: Government of Australia
The text of the following joint statement was released by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union and the Governments of the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, the Republic of Korea, Switzerland, Timor-Leste, and the United Kingdom
Joint Press Statement
Views of various Karenni resistance forces on KySPP established under the military council
Source: Myanmar Political Monitor
The Union Election Commission under the military council announced on 26 December that it has granted permission to establish the Kayah State People’s Party (KySPP), which had applied for the right to form a political party.
Interview | Kantarawaddy Times
What are Chinese intentions for Myanmar?
Source: Union of Catholic Asian News
He discussed reports that China is preparing a “joint security company” with the military to protect its 771km oil and gas pipeline that runs from Myanmar’s west coast across Rakhine state and into China.
Interview | Michael Martin, adjunct fellow at Washington’s Center for Strategic and International Studies
67 Years On, Shan Resistance Endures Amidst Unresolved Struggles
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News
It’s been 67 years, and why hasn’t the Shan won? What are the obstacles that prevent our resistance from being realized?
By Hurn Kayang | Shan Herald Agency for News
New Star In The East: Arakan Army – OpEd
Source: Eurasia Review
The AA commanders transitioned from guerrilla style hit-and-run warfare to conventional offensive battles, perfecting the encirclement tactics to enforce denial of supplies.
By Subir Bhaumik, former BBC and Reuters correspondent
Private forces pose public risks for China–Myanmar stability
Source: East Asia Forum
Proposed armed security forces raise legal, political and regional concerns, potentially escalating tensions while complicating China’s strategic goals and Myanmar’s volatile landscape.
By Sike Chan, Research Consultant at the New Rehmonnya Federated Force
What’s in Store for Myanmar in 2025?
Source: Irrawaddy
After a dire 2024, people in Myanmar would like to see meaningful change in the country. For this to happen, neighbors’ intervention and the West’s political weight are vital to shape the landscape in the country.
Editorial | Irrawaddy
Myanmar Spring Revolution challenges for 2025
Source: Mizzima
Despite the resilience displayed by the National Unity Government (NUG), the People’s Defense Forces (PDFs), and the allied ethnic armed organizations (EAOs), their path is fraught with obstacles that will test their metal.
Commentary | Mizzima
Honor Freed Political Prisoners, Reject Myanmar Junta’s Cynical Schemes
Source: Irrawaddy
Once again, as it has done many times before, the junta is releasing a few political prisoners while keeping over 20,000 innocent civilians incarcerated.
By Igor Blazevic, senior adviser at the Prague Civil Society Centre
Opinion – Echoes of 1971: Arakan Army’s campaign in Myanmar may redraw Asia’s geopolitical map
Source: India Today
The United League of Arakan (ULA) and its military wing, the Arakan Army, are very close to achieving what seemed impossible even three months ago – independence.
By Subir Bhaumik