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Thailand Cuts Power Supply to Criminal Hub After Request From Military Junta
June 07, 2023

Thailand Cuts Power Supply to Criminal Hub After Request From Military Junta

By Sebastian Strangio
The military's move to cut off power to Shwe Kokko, a center of scam operations and online gambling, follows pressure from high-ranking Chinese officials.

Myanmar Junta’s Reprisal Attacks Amount to War Crimes, Says Rights Group
June 01, 2022

Myanmar Junta’s Reprisal Attacks Amount to War Crimes, Says Rights Group

By Sebastian Strangio
According to Amnesty International, more than 150,000 people have been displaced in Kayah and Kayin states since last year's coup.
There’s a Crisis Unfolding in Southeastern Myanmar
April 22, 2022

There’s a Crisis Unfolding in Southeastern Myanmar

By Nai Aue Mon and Maggi Quadrini
Heavy attacks by Myanmar’s military are threatening civilian safety and security. The world must not look away.

Aung San Suu Kyi Announces Reboot to Myanmar Peace Process
January 07, 2021

Aung San Suu Kyi Announces Reboot to Myanmar Peace Process

By Sebastian Strangio
Despite her promise to welcome new voices into the peace process, many fine-grained obstacles to progress remain.

The Importance of Saving Biodiversity in Karen State in 2 Interviews
April 02, 2019

The Importance of Saving Biodiversity in Karen State in 2 Interviews

By Scott Ezell
Indigenous and academic perspectives on biodiversity, armed conflict, and self-determination in Karen state.

Defending Myanmar's Remaining Environmental Treasures
April 02, 2019

Defending Myanmar's Remaining Environmental Treasures

By Scott Ezell
Unique programs led by indigenous peoples are protecting wildlife biodiversity in Karen state.

How Myanmar's Peace Process Could Jeopardize Wildlife
January 25, 2018

How Myanmar's Peace Process Could Jeopardize Wildlife

By Kurt Hanson
A wildlife sanctuary is urgently needed in the Karen area of Myanmar.
Kaw Thoo Lei: ‘A Peaceful Land’
January 26, 2016

Kaw Thoo Lei: ‘A Peaceful Land’

By Cory Wright
Myanmar's Karen minority continue to fight for sovereignty over their territory.

Inside Myanmar’s Karen State
April 08, 2014

Inside Myanmar’s Karen State

By Brennan O`Connor
Largely hidden from the world, the state can now contemplate the possibility of peace for the first time in decades.

The Tatmadaw’s Divide-and-Rule Tactics in Myanmar
March 17, 2014

The Tatmadaw’s Divide-and-Rule Tactics in Myanmar

By David Brenner
Who is the ultimate target of the ongoing armed ethnic conflict?

Life Gets Harder on Thai-Myanmar Border
December 02, 2013

Life Gets Harder on Thai-Myanmar Border

By Mark Fenn
Refugees on the border face increased hardship as funds dry up ahead of their expected repatriation.
Myanmar’s Lawless Land
October 23, 2013

Myanmar’s Lawless Land

Myanmar’s fledgling reforms have attracted significant Western interest. But they have also brought thousands of land claims by ethnic villagers.

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