The Mekong: troubled waters in autocratic lands

• Editorial

The Mekong: troubled waters in autocratic lands

For the Mekong countries, including Thailand, Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia and Vietnam, 2018 was a big year both domestically and regionally. Key developments from last year will inevitably continue to shape the politics of the region […]

Myanmar has changed, but remains firmly in China’s grip

• Editorial

Myanmar has changed, but remains firmly in China’s grip

April 2018 marked the second anniversary of Aung San Suu Kyi assuming the position of state councillor of Myanmar. Despite predictions that Myanmar’s tentative steps towards democracy would weaken the country’s long-standing relationship with Beijing, […]

Samsung Abandons Myanmar Investment Plan Claiming No Incentive

Samsung Abandons Myanmar Investment Plan Claiming No Incentive

South Korean electronics conglomerate Samsung has cancelled plans to build a manufacturing facility in Myanmar, citing political uncertainties and an ‘unfavourable administrative environment’ as behind the decision. According to The Korean Times Samsung’s decided to […]

Envoys Spend Second Day in Rakhine State as Aid Ban Lifted

Envoys Spend Second Day in Rakhine State as Aid Ban Lifted

A high-level delegation of foreign diplomats and UN representatives have spent a second day in Rakhine State in Western Myanmar investigating the latest outbreak of ethnic violence. The delegation, including the ambassadors of China, India, […]

Myanmar’s Energy Sector Lacking Security

Myanmar’s Energy Sector Lacking Security

Myanmar is on track to be a major player in Asia’s energy security. It has an abundance of untapped resources, a geographic location strategically sandwiched between two economic giants (China and India) and has recently […]