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‘Loyalty and experience’: the NLD’s election line-up

The eagerly-awaited release of the National League for Democracy’s candidates’ list contained few surprises, but as in 2015 there’s been controversy over who was nominated or rejected.

‘Loyalty and experience’: the NLD’s election line-up

The eagerly-awaited release of the National League for Democracy’s candidates’ list contained few surprises, but as in 2015 there’s been controversy over who was nominated or rejected.

KNU heavyweight prepares for election battle

Lifelong revolutionary Padoh Mahn Nyein Maung speaks to Frontier’s Naw Betty Han about his decision to resign as a senior Karen National Union leader in order to make a run for parliament.

Dubious legends

A television drama that extols the role of the Tatmadaw in Myanmar’s modern history is a failure of art and propaganda but provides insights into the psychology of the armed forces.

By Myint Myat Thu

Dairy products poised to boom in Myanmar

As demand soars among well-off urban residents for butter-rich cakes, pastries and croissants, efforts continue to boost the domestic production of milk, a crucial source of nutrition in a country where one third of the children are malnourished.

By Thomas Manch

Affairs, Features, Culture

A forgotten heritage site near Bagan

A little-known 11th century archaeological site near Bagan has been proudly tended for years by monks and local residents but they worry about the consequences if it attracts too many visitors.