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Obama in Myanmar—A Visit with Limited Significance by Robert H. Taylor

Description: An interesting historical perspective of US-Burma relations over the years.

Long reliant on China

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The New York Times on Japan as Myanmar's main partner for development. Japanese officials also working on a 'master plan' for Yangon:

Reform in Myanmar: One Year On

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This is good article for Myanmar regarding reform in Myanmar.
That include solid research and losts of facts.

Myanmar's Rohingya Dilemma

Description: This article provides a useful historical perspective on the recent ethnic tension in Rakhine state.

Myanmar: Lifting Sanctions is More Difficult than Imposing Sanctions

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Carlyle A. Thayer discusses the challenges in unraveling the complex web of sanctions placed against Myanmar by the US, EU and Australia. 

The Vexing Strategic Tug of War Over Naypyidaw

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BY: Pavin Chachavalpongpun
Abstract: This article argues that ASEAN’s policy toward Myanmar has
been predominantly responsive, dictated by China’s activism in the region.

Burma in the Balance: The Role of Foreign Assistance in Supporting Burma's Democratic Transition

Description:

The historic constraints on donor interventions in Burma—whether self-imposed sanctions or regime-imposed barriers—are increasingly giving way to a sense of heightened optimism about the possibilities of working on issues across the development spectrum. But while the terrain appears to be improving, there remain substantial barriers to effective programming beyond the overall pace and scope of political reform.

ICG Report: Reform In Myanmar One Year On

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Although a bit one sided and very optimistic, the report gives a fairly up to date and accurate account of the events leading up to the current situation. 

Myanmar Across the Threshold

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Aung San Suu Kyi’s participation in by-elections for Myanmar’s new parliament, her sweeping win, and the government’s endorsement of the result have completed a sea-change in the country’s politics – and as a result, its relations with the Western world including Australia.

Partner-Led Cooperation

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This study brings together the ideas and arguments of Development Counselors, thematic
stakeholders, and Mekong Economics Ltd. It presents a brief review of contemporary PLC-type
instruments being used in Vietnam, including details in their design and common
implementation problems, and does not necessarily reflect the views of the Like Minded Donor
Group.