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Opinion Papers

Myanmar’s “failed junta” turns five

Source: The Interpreter | The Lowy Institute

The regime is in deep trouble but it is best not to be too optimistic about an early resolution of the conflict.

By Andrew SELTH, Adjunct Professor at the Griffith Asia Institute, at Griffith University, Brisbane

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Major takeaways from Langkawi 

Source: Bangkok Post

Beyond the mundane 44 paragraphs of the Chairman’s Statement of the Asean Ministers’ Retreat in Langkawi, there are crucial elements worth mentioning and following up on.

By Kavi Chongkittavorn, veteran journalist on regional affairs

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Myanmar in 2025: Change or Plus ça Change?

Source: FULCRUM | ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute

Despite hopes for change, things may stay the same or worsen in Myanmar, as the junta’s fight against resistance groups and civilians continues into another year.

By Kyaw Yin Hlaing; Kyi Sin; Jared Bissinger; Su Mon Thazin Aung; Moe Thuzar

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