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Burma articles on Democracy Chronicles

​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.

UN Slams Myanmar Move Away From Democracy

by DC Editors - August 4, 2021

UN Slams Myanmar Move Away From Democracy

The United Nations described Myanmar’s military’s decision to postpone elections and extend the state of emergency a misstep.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Burma, United Nations

Myanmar Junta Promises Elections By 2023

by DC Editors - August 3, 2021

Myanmar Junta Promises Elections By 2023

Myanmar’s military chief delivered a televised message Sunday. Except for “few terrorist assaults,” he stated the country was stable.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Burma, Dictatorships

Myanmar Protests Go On Sans Suu Kyi

by DC Editors - August 2, 2021

Myanmar Protests Go On Sans Suu Kyi

Aung San Suu Kyi, jailed Myanmar leader, is cut off from the youthful activists creating their own path to democracy beyond her shadow.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Burma, Democracy Protests

In Myanmar, The Military Declares War On Medics

by DC Editors - July 26, 2021

In Myanmar, The Military Declares War On Medics

Myanmar’s military has declared war on medics who were among the first and most vocal opponents of the February takeover.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Burma, Dictatorships

How The Milk Tea Alliance Is Remaking Myanmar

by DC Editors - July 24, 2021

How The Milk Tea Alliance Is Remaking Myanmar

Myanmar’s democracy advocates have set fire to the ASEAN flag in protest of regional leaders’ failure to condemn the February 1 coup.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Burma, Democracy Protests

Freed Journalist Describes Horror Of Myanmar Jail

by DC Editors - July 5, 2021

Freed Journalist Describes Horror Of Myanmar Jail

Even back home in sleepy Virginia, Journalist Nathan Maung jailed for reporting Myanmar’s bloody coup can’t forget those left behind.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Burma, Dictatorships, Journalism and Free Speech

Myanmar Poets Defy Military Through Democracy Verse

by DC Editors - June 8, 2021

Myanmar Poets Defy Military Through Democracy Verse

Before he was killed, Khet Thi’s poetry raged brilliantly against Myanmar’s coup, joining a torrent of protest literature opposing the junta.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Asia, Burma, Political Artwork, Political Dissidents

Myanmar Activists Hold Flash Mob Protest Against Military 

by DC Editors - June 4, 2021

Myanmar Activists Hold Flash Mob Protest Against Military 

On Thursday, some 400 activists marched through downtown Yangon, Myanmar, in one of the biggest anti-junta protest since February.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Burma, Democracy Protests

Suu Kyi Makes First Court Appearance Since Coup

by DC Editors - May 26, 2021

Suu Kyi Makes First Court Appearance Since Coup

After being jailed by Myanmar’s military, Ms. Aung San Suu Kyi, 75, faces a slew of charges. She might face a life sentence if found guilty.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Aung Suu Kyi, Burma

Myanmar Army Controls Its Soldiers’ Lives, Minds and Finances

by DC Editors - May 19, 2021

Myanmar Army Controls Its Soldiers' Lives, Minds and Finances

Myanmar’s strong army, the Tatmadaw, has complete control over its soldiers’ lives. Those who abandon ship pay a high price.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Burma, Dictatorships

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