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Opinion Papers
Junta erects new fences around Sittwe, tightens security measures
Source: Burma News International | By Development Media Group
The junta has expanded its security infrastructure in Sittwe, the capital of Arakan (Rakhine) State, by constructing new fences around entry and exit points, military installations, and army bases as it continues to maintain control over the city.
From Insurgent to Stakeholder: The Arakan Army’s Expanding Role
Source: Observer Research Foundation | By Anasua Basu Ray Chaudhury, Shreya Das
The Arakan Army’s rise as Rakhine’s de facto authority is driving India and Bangladesh toward pragmatic engagement beyond conventional state-centric diplomacy
Navigating the Naf: A security reassessment
Source: Prothom Alo English | By Mohammad Abdur Razzak
Two fundamental policy errors condemned over a million people to suffering and are quietly planting seeds of insecurity—seeds that external forces may be watering quietly to spread wings only.
Regime restrictions on sanitary pad transportation create shortages in Sittwe
Source: Development Media Group
Local women in Sittwe, a city still controlled by Myanmar’s military regime, are reportedly facing difficulties due to a shortage of sanitary pads resulting from restrictions and bans on their transportation and import.
Chakma youth urge participation in rebuilding Arakan State, resolving ethnic issues
Source: Development Media Group
Ethnic Chakma people are urging their community members to actively participate in rebuilding Arakan State and to resolve challenges faced by their ethnic group through dialogue with the United League of Arakan (ULA).