Introduction: why these countries -- Cobbled and cut -- Militaries first, economies second -- Why pariah? -- Ideologies -- Propagation and control -- Sanctions -- Why now? -- Conclusion: what now? "North Korea and Myanmar (Burma) are Asia's most mysterious, tragic stories. They…
"Orth Korea and Myanmar (Burma) are Asia's most mysterious, tragic stories. They were the region's most militarized and repressed societies, sitting out the greatest wealth creation project in the history of the world, one that created a belt of middle classes, comfort and secur…
"North Korea and Myanmar (Burma) are Asia's most mysterious, tragic stories. They were the region's most militarized and repressed societies, sitting out the greatest wealth creation project in the history of the world, one that created a belt of middle classes, comfort and secu…
"This book aims to provide readers with an assessment that integrates analysis with on-the-ground experience and insights, drawn from closely engaging with Myanmar since the country began to move toward democracy and open to the world. In order for readers to appreciate emerging…
Myanmar and the World - From Cox's Bazar to the Western Capitals -- From Pariah to Frontier Economy (1990-2015) -- Democracy's Victory and the Uncertainties of Governing -- Economic Reform: Finding Direction, Moving Forward -- Shifting Images of the Golden Land -- The Simple and…
"This book aims to provide readers with an assessment that integrates analysis with on-the-ground experience and insights, drawn from closely engaging with Myanmar since the country began to move toward democracy and open to the world. In order for readers to appreciate emerging…
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"Contemporary Myanmar faces immense political challenges, and the role outsiders might play in dealing with them is highly contentious. Drawing on views expressed by local citizens, Burma redux argues for committed strategies of grassroots involvement that engage international a…
"Contemporary Myanmar faces immense political challenges, and the role outsiders might play in dealing with them is highly contentious. Drawing on views expressed by local citizens, Burma redux argues for committed strategies of grassroots involvement that engage international a…
"Contemporary Myanmar faces immense political challenges, and the role outsiders might play in dealing with them is highly contentious. Drawing on views expressed by local citizens, Burma redux argues for committed strategies of grassroots involvement that engage international a…
