Interfaith reflection that blends the Christian and Muslim viewpoints on Thingyan Thingyan, Myanmar’s New Year festival, is often debated—religious or…
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“Five Years Lost: Why Myanmar Must Unite Now”
Myanmar at the Crossroads: Reform Minds Before Reforming the State Dr Ko Ko Gyi translate and edit U Aung Tin’s…
Thingyan: A Cultural Festival Beyond Religion
Thingyan is often seen as a Buddhist festival, but its roots lie in Hindu astrology and its meaning has evolved…
“Behind the Riots: Questions of Hidden Hands in Myanmar’s Communal Violence”
Whispers Behind the Riots: A Personal Reflection from Kuala Lumpur “From the Rakhine State riots 2012 to later unrest in…
Thingyan, Islam, and the Politics of Fear
Via Myint Swe (Translated, Expanded & Framed for MMNN) As Myanmar enters the joyful season of Thingyan, a familiar controversy…
Irrawaddy Outlines Key Challenges Facing Myanmar’s New President
MMNN translated, adapted and edited the Irrawaddy’s Burmerse version post. The Irrawaddy has highlighted three major challenges for Min Aung…
“Myanmar Suffers, Thailand Gains”, A Reality Check
Writing “Myanmar’s misfortune is Thailand’s opportunity” might sound harsh, but “Myanmar’s loss is Thailand’s gain” is closer to the truth.…
Strong Condemnation and Commitment to Action Within the Legal Framework
Strong Condemnation and Commitment to Action Within the Legal Framework Date: April 12, 2026 Respected Citizens, Islam is a religion…
Lu Ye Chun: How a Military Brainwashing Project Accidentally Sparked Critical Minds and Future Rebels
After the brutal crackdown on university students on 7 July 1962, General Ne Win’s regime understood that brute force alone…
Luyechun: Reaching for the Stars — and Where We Landed
We were once trained and inspired to reach for the stars. As Luyechun—“Outstanding Students”—we were selected, celebrated, and nurtured as…