Defectors and prisoners of war can be a valuable source of information to resistance forces, but intel can be difficult to verify, and they sometimes become a burden to their hosts.
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Defectors and prisoners of war can be a valuable source of information to resistance forces, but intel can be difficult to verify, and they sometimes become a burden to their hosts.
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A spate of clashes between resistance forces has led to calls for a conflict resolution mechanism, with some demanding immediate justice while others say it should wait until after the revolution.
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Political prisoners across Myanmar have continued to express dissent from inside, often with violent consequences, as tensions simmer with prison officials.
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In a sense, the current media scandals involving online defamation suits and conflicts of interest illustrate how far things have come.
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The founders behind one of Myanmar’s first virtual reality companies believe the technology could help improve the country’s outdated education system.
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About a third of Myanmar children aged under five are stunted, a consequence of having to rely on poor diets that do not provide enough nutrition.
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With the country’s power needs growing rapidly each year, hydropower is seen as a potential solution – but overcoming community opposition will be a formidable challenge.
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