Activists have faced a barrage of criticism on social media over protests in support of peace and other causes.
Activists have faced a barrage of criticism on social media over protests in support of peace and other causes.
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.
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.
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While China’s looming investment in the region was the hot topic at WEF ASEAN, many foreign businesses remain excited about prospects in Myanmar.
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In conversation with Vinod Daniel, an adviser on the cultural side of the project to restore Yangon's iconic Secretariat building.
Technological change has wrought havoc with comics in Myanmar and veteran cartoonists worry about children failing to acquire the reading habit.
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Eight activists are in custody following a violent clash with residents in Mingalar Taung Nyunt Township on the night of May 9, while several others – including prominent monks – remain at large.
The former ruling party responds to questions about funding, citizenship and Rakhine State at its first news conference since a far-reaching leadership reshuffle last year.
The stories behind the names of some major Yangon roadways.
Higher economic growth is forecast for the year ahead and the government appears confident that it can deliver real benefits, but rural and urban residents are not so sure.
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