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News about the struggle for democracy in Burma. Reform toward democracy, once a good prospect, has seen dramatic setbacks. Conflict and repression are the new normal. Also check out our section on World Democracy or our articles on key figures Aung Suu Kyi and Thein Sein.
Crucial Times For Burma’s Transition to Democracy
Coming elections will showcase success or failure for troubled Burma’s transition from dictatorship
Burma Media Crackdown Continues Amid Transition
Journalists still have reason to fear government repression as opening of Burma media hits wall
Burmese Military’s Constitutional Control to Continue
Democracy takes step backward as parliament refuse to end Burmese military veto over government
Flowering Burma Artists Breathe New Freedoms
With worst of dictatorship apparently over, growth is in cards for new generation of Burma artists
China Suu Kyi Visit Highlights Drift From Dictatorship
For hawks of modern China Suu Kyi trip reminder of failure to control situation in old ally Burma
Indonesian Artists’ Charity Concert For Stranded Migrants
As region’s governments wobble in support, Indonesian artists take stand for humanity of migrants
Dalai Lama: Suu Kyi Advocacy for Muslims Sorely Needed
Rohingya Muslim minority of Burma is in desperate need of Aung Suu Kyi advocacy on their behalf
100 Burmese Students Arrested in Violent Crackdown
Over hundred peaceful Burmese students arrested during march as political climate turns dangerous
Setting Essential Principles of Burma Constitutional Talks
Political parties invited to Burma Constitutional talks by ruling regime seeking election reform