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Opinion Papers
Myanmar: Military Rule Cannot Rebuild the Country
Source: The Japan News | Yomiuri Editorial
It is now certain that military rule, which has oppressed the people, will continue. It must be said that the path to a return to civilian rule has been closed for the time being.
Buildings suspected of telecom scam use under construction in Hlaingbwe
Source: Burma News International | By Karen Information Center
Before construction began, Chinese nationals purchased plots in the area from local villagers for just 1 to 2 million MMK, the source added.
Regime Continues Scorched-Earth Campaign Through Myanmar Heartland
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Phoe Tar
The military regime continues its scorched-earth rampage through the Bamar heartland regions of Sagaing, Magwe and Mandalay, killing civilians and burning houses, even as it reconstitutes in pseudo-civilian garb in Naypyitaw.
Old Dictators, New Costumes: The Continuation of Military Rule in Myanmar
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Ye Myo Hein
The architect of Myanmar’s military dictatorship, Ne Win had long promised to transfer power back to a civilian government following his 1962 coup. In a sense, he kept that promise—by simply exchanging his military uniform for civilian attire and assuming power himself.
Ex-Envoy to China Named Foreign Minister as Regime Deepens Beijing Ties
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi
Signaling a deeper tilt toward Beijing, Min Aung Hlaing has appointed former ambassador to China Tin Maung Swe as foreign minister in his new cabinet, underscoring the incoming regime’s growing dependence on its most powerful neighbor amid mounting international isolation.