A Citizenship Scrutiny Card, a basic proof of identity and citizenship in Myanmar. (Frontier)

Rights deferred: Citizenship reform mothballed in Myanmar

An early pledge by the parallel National Unity Government to replace Myanmar’s racist citizenship law raised hopes for marginalised communities, but impatience is growing as revolutionary groups trade blame for the delays.

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