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The Arakan National Party (ANP) supporters drove from Sittwe to Ponnagyun for campaigning in Rakhine State on October 1, 2020. On October 16, voting was cancelled in Ponnagyun township. (Photo/San Htay)

1 Mar 2023

How Would Rakhine Figure in Myanmar’s “Sham” Elections?

Kyaw Hsan Hlaing

The most critical player in Rakhine for the security situation and upcoming elections is the Arakan Army, not the local politicians.

25 Feb 2022

How the Arakan Army Can Capitalise on the Coup

Drake Avila

If the Arakan Army plays its cards right, it could have two prized goals in sight: autonomy for Rakhine State in a loose and federalised system, or even independence.

Myanmar Rakhine Rohingya

22 Nov 2019

Myanmar at the ICJ: Intent and Implications

Moe Thuzar

Aung San Suu Kyi's decision to represent Myanmar herself to defend against the genocide charges in the ICJ has sent a message that she is taking responsibility as the country's leader. This may translate into more votes for her party in the 2020 elections.

Aung San Suu Kyi ICJ Myanmar Rakhine

5 Nov 2017

Aung San Suu Kyi Needs to Take an Inclusive Approach to Conflict Resolution in Rakhine

Ye Htut

Myanmar State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi visited the Maungtaw district to assure local Rohingya villagers about the government's development programs for Northern Rakhine. But she failed to meet Rakhine politicians and community leaders To succeed, she will need to build an all-inclusive conflict resolution for Rakhine.

Aung San Suu Kyi Myanmar Rakhine

29 Aug 2017

Realities of the Rakhine Issue in Myanmar

Ye Htut

Malaysian Prime Minister Najib's proposal to adopt the Malay language as ASEAN's “main and official language” is unrealistic and divisive. It could also rollback ASEAN's gains in positioning the regional organisation as a global entity.

Aung San Suu Kyi Myanmar Rakhine