ASEAN’s Role in Myanmar’s Political Crisis: Diplomacy at a Crossroads
ASEAN’s Role in Myanmar’s Political Crisis: Diplomacy at a Crossroads Since the military coup in Myanmar on February 1, 2021, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has found itself navigating one of the most complex political crises in its history. As Myanmar descends deeper into armed conflict and humanitarian catastrophe, ASEAN’s role has become […]
U.S. FREEZES $1 BILLION IN MYANMAR GOVERNMENT FUNDS FOLLOWING MILITARY COUP
U.S. FREEZES $1 BILLION IN MYANMAR GOVERNMENT FUNDS FOLLOWING MILITARY COUP In response to Myanmar’s military takeover in February 2021, the United States has taken decisive action by freezing approximately $1 billion of Myanmar government assets held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. This move was aimed at preventing the military junta from […]
U.S. POLICY ON MYANMAR
U.S. POLICY ON MYANMAR The United States has maintained a complex and evolving policy toward Myanmar, shaped by concerns over democracy, human rights, and regional security. Over the past decade, U.S. policy has shifted in response to Myanmar’s political transitions, military actions, and humanitarian issues. Support for Democracy and Human Rights The U.S. has been […]
CHINA’S INFLUENCE ON MYANMAR POLITICS
CHINA’S INFLUENCE ON MYANMAR POLITICS China has long been a significant player in Myanmar’s political landscape, leveraging its geographic proximity, economic investments, and strategic interests to shape Myanmar’s internal affairs. This influence operates through multiple channels, ranging from economic partnerships and infrastructure projects to diplomatic engagement and security cooperation. Economic Leverage China is Myanmar’s largest […]
CHINA’S BELT AND ROAD INITIATIVE (BRI) IN MYANMAR
CHINA’S BELT AND ROAD INITIATIVE (BRI) IN MYANMAR Overview Launched by China in 2013, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is a global development strategy focused on improving regional connectivity and economic integration through large-scale infrastructure projects. Myanmar holds a strategic position in the BRI as a crucial land bridge linking China to the Indian […]
THE NATIONAL UNITY GOVERNMENT (NUG) OF MYANMAR
THE NATIONAL UNITY GOVERNMENT (NUG) OF MYANMAR A Comprehensive Overview Background and Formation The National Unity Government (NUG) emerged in April 2021 as a civilian-led parallel government opposing Myanmar’s military coup on February 1, 2021. When the military, known as the Tatmadaw, overthrew the democratically elected National League for Democracy (NLD) and detained key leaders […]
