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Wai Hnin Pwint Thon

Wai Hnin Pwint Thon
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Opinion

The ‘kalar’ controversy shows many in Myanmar aren’t listening

In defending “kalar” as a friendly term, many Myanmar social media users are failing to listen to people who are merely asking to be treated with respect.

BY Wai Hnin Pwint Thon

 

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