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Opinion Papers
Don’t mistake Suu Kyi’s house arrest for Myanmar’s freedom
Source: Asia Times | By James Shwe
True peace and justice require more than a change of address for one political prisoner, however beloved and important
US Congress can apply the Iran sanctions model to Myanmar
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By James Shwe
Three bipartisan bills currently before Congress—each having passed one chamber—would strengthen U.S. policy toward Myanmar and transnational scam operations.
Navy Chief Admiral Tripathi boards Myanmar warship, discusses maritime ties with senior military leaders
Source: The Telegraph | By Press Trust of India
Admiral Tripathi also visited Myanmar’s Naval Training Command where he formally handed over some military hardware including containerised small arms simulator and ‘rigid inflatable boat’, according to Indian Navy.
Myanmar Is a Growing Geopolitical Concern; China, Russia Involved Port Developments
Source: The Japan News | By Junichi Fukasawa
Since the 2021 coup, the junta has moved to further cement its alliances with China and Russia, which makes it crucial to monitor developments in Myanmar not only for its democratic future but for its growing impact on Indo-Pacific geopolitics.
Myanmar Labour Alliance denounces “fake” unions in May Day call to action
Source: Mizzima
On the eve of International Workers’ Day, the Myanmar Labor Alliance (MLA) issued a high-alert statement on 30 April, calling for the urgent dismantling of military-linked labour organizations that it claims are sabotaging genuine worker representation.