Myanmar

Battle deaths may be down, but regional wars continue to rage as great-power confrontations loom, from Ukraine to Taiwan, amid declining U.S. influence.

A stunning military coup in early 2021 kicked off a year of unprecedented change.

Negotiations are far off, but they are the only way out of a catastrophic conflict.

Months after the coup, Beijing seeks stability—and protections for its investments—above all.

The bloc is struggling to preserve unity—and can’t decide what to do about the new U.S.-China rivalry.

The informal deal offers common ground with Beijing and a blow to Myanmar’s hopes of legitimacy.

The U.S. democracy agenda can’t focus simply on supporting democratic governments.

The legislation could also force a ruling on whether the military junta committed genocide against the Rohingya.

Beijing thinks the junta will win—but it’s not sure.

The National League for Democracy struggles with its history of oppressing its would-be allies.

Diminishing tourism has created new incentives for the illegal wildlife trade.

The deposed civilian government’s bad relations with some groups undermine the unity of the anti-coup movement.

Sitagu Sayadaw once protested for democracy but now preaches nationalism.

The prospect of an open-ended mission to restore democracy in Myanmar is making the Southeast Asian bloc’s leaders uneasy.

The junta says it is keeping the country together. Governments must stop buying its brutal excuses.

The military regime’s neighbors resist sanctions, fearing it would divide regional powers.

The top U.S. diplomat’s first meeting with Southeast Asian ministers was thwarted for a very relatable reason.

Mutant viruses, rich Chinese tourists, and a military government no one trusts are among the reasons cases are surging.

Washington has choices, from imposing no-fly zones to tightening sanctions.