All contributors in Burma
By: John Walsh
The death of Khun Sa has been announced - what was his career and who benefits from his death now? more...
By: John Walsh
After years of suppression, opium production seems to be on the rise in Burma. Why is this happening and what does it mean? more...
By: John Walsh
Why there are unlikely to be meaningful sanctions brought against the Burmese junta by important trade and investment partners. more...
By: John Walsh
Who is the leader of the vicious Burmese military regime and how has he reached his position? more...
By: John Walsh
Why are monks and nuns demonstrating in Burma? What do they want and is it justified? more...
Burmese Demonstrations Continue
By: John Walsh
Why has the Burmese military junta suddenly removed fuel subsidies, causing the price to rise by 500% and cause untold economic misery? Is it economics or politics? more...
Myanmar Solves Malacca Dilemma
By: John Walsh
What are the main reasons that Burma (Myanmar) has become China's main ally in Southeast Asia and more...
Burmese Oil Excites China, India
By: John Walsh
What is the impact of the discovery of oil and gas in Burma on international relationships with China and India? more...
By: John Walsh
The Burmese military junta is planning limited democracy elections - mostly to try to marginalise pro-democracy opposition figures. How will it work? more...
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