Danger: Rohingya
Human rights observers have warned of the potential risks involved in allowing the alleged genocide to continue.
Press freedom in Myanmar still under threat
The threat of legal action against media organisations shines a light on the country’s lack of press freedom.
Is Thailand becoming Myanmar?
There is no telling whether the country that has seen more than 30 military coups will not see another.
Myanmar’s fading democratic sheen
UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Myanmar, Yanghee Lee described the current “democratic space” in the country as “fragile”.
Myanmar army warns against changing constitution
The constitution grants the armed services control of security ministries and a quarter of unelected parliamentary seats.
Rise of Arakan Army spells trouble for Myanmar
The attacks by the Arakan Army reveals a deeply divided state, which has been marred by various other ethnic conflicts.
Army to launch 'crackdown' on Rakhine rebels
The country's troubled western Rakhine state has seen a series of clashes in recent weeks between security forces and the Arakan Army.
Independent state, chained press
The threat of legal action against media organisations shines a light on the country’s lack of press freedom.
Myanmar army announces ceasefire
The unprecedented step could coax ethnic rebel groups to participate in the country's fractious peace process.
Can the ICC bring justice to Myanmar?
On 18 September, the ICC’s prosecutor opened a preliminary probe into Myanmar’s alleged crimes against the Rohingya.
Myanmar crisis getting out of hand
The Tatmadaw has been deliberately denying displaced peoples of essential resources such as food, water, healthcare and shelter.
UN report reveals genocide in Myanmar
For the first time, the UN has officially called for top Myanmar military officials to “be investigated and prosecuted” for genocide.