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Opinion Papers
Myanmar’s post-coup parliament sits packed with junta allies
Source: France 24 | By Agence France-Presse
The majority of MPs hail from the pro-military Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), while most of the remainder belong to the armed forces, who are entitled to a quarter of seats under the constitution.
From Fatigues to Longyis: The Myanmar Junta’s Absurd Rebrand Begins
Source: Special Advisory Council for Myanmar | Statement
The Myanmar military junta’s power grab entered its next phase today, as its generals and proxies convened their illegitimate “parliament” in Naypyitaw.
Myanmar parliament convenes as country prepares for new era of military rule
Source: Reuters | By Martin Petty
Myanmar’s parliament convened on Monday for the first time since a coup five years ago, in one of the final steps in a nominal return to democracy where its powerful military retains tight control.
Peace through force is not a last strategy
Source: Independent Mon News Agency | By monnews
The current path cannot be called a peace strategy. It may only lead to temporary ceasefires.
Military Cooperation to Be Strengthened During Drafting of Mon Revolutionary Charter
Source: Independent Mon News Agency | By monnews
During the drafting of the Mon State Revolutionary Charter, military cooperation among Mon revolutionary organizations will be strengthened, according to a spokesperson for the Mon Revolutionary Forum.