Post-imperialist nation-building is still a work in progress in many ASEAN states, and democratisation has therefore not yet fully taken shape. Without sincere reforms and well-balanced wealth sharing, it won’t…
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Activists speak out against arrest warrant
BY ALI FOWLE Three activists facing arrest have spoken out about the charges brought against them in a press conference in Rangoon. They are being charged for inciting unrest over…
Thein Sein threatens use of force
In his first address to the nation since last week’s religious violence, President Thein Sein promises to be tough on the perpetrators.
Talk for Peace
Four religious leaders call for peace after a week of violence between Buddhists and Muslims rocks central Burma.
Armed Forces Day
Burma’s military marched in front of the presidential palace to mark the 68th anniversary of Armed Forces Day.
Obama speaks at Rangoon University
President Obama gave a speech to a crowded Convocation Hall at Rangoon University. He lauded the country’s ongoing reform process, addressed the recent unrest in Arakan state and ceasefires with…