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Much respect for AAPP (Burma). The organization has bravely done excellent work for years.

Always worth reading Lynn Kuok on Southeast Asia. To me, the key line in her testimony is “Without a strong U.S. presence, the region’s strategic options will shrink . . .”

My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Myanmar, who have suffered so much and now have been hit by a devastating earthquake. I‘ve never known a more resilient society, but this is a terrible tragedy on top of everything else they have faced and continue to face.

Myanmar’s military has zero regard for the people. So, we, people of Myanmar, have ZERO trust in this junta. Now, lobbyists are trying to legitimize the junta again under the cover of a natural disaster. We have ZERO energy to debate what's obvious. Don't legitimize the junta.

Myanmar’s junta is still bombing in spite of a devastating earthquake and a ceasefire announced by some opponents in the face of the disaster, reports The Irrawaddy (Eng). Air raids even took place near the epicentre as well as northern Shan State, it said. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

Ten days after the devastating earthquakes,the human toll continues to rise. 💥Over 3,500 dead,nearly 5,000 injured, and 200+ missing. 17.2 million people affected. 👉Urgent needs include food,water,healthcare, cash aid, & shelter. #MyanmarEarthquake #OCHA reliefweb.int/report/myanmar…

The Junta has long exploited crises like famine and disaster to gain power and legitimacy. Their call for aid is a strategy to rebuild Naypyidaw, not to help the people in need. Better Burma Full insight: insightmyanmar.org/complete-shows… Support relief efforts: gofund.me/2d4fcbcf

Roads shattered. Buildings reduced to rubble. Silence where voices once were. Myanmar is in crisis again—a deadly earthquake has torn through communities, leaving devastation in its wake. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode: insightmyanmar.org/complete-shows… 💙 Donate: gofund.me/2d4fcbcf

Many Myanmar journalists & artists are in hiding or exile, silenced by a brutal military regime. Their voices are at risk, and real-time information is delayed. Support their work to amplify the truth. Listen: insightmyanmar.org/complete-shows… Donate: gofund.me/2d4fcbcf

In the wake of tragedy, MieMie Winn Byrd urges support for Myanmar’s diaspora, who deliver truth & aid where it’s most needed—despite the junta’s weaponization of relief. Hear more: insightmyanmar.org/complete-shows… Support: gofund.me/2d4fcbcf

Two years since the deadly air attack on Pa Zi Gyi village, #Myanmar air strikes continue unabated. The United Nations Independent Mechanism for Myanmar has intensified its investigations into these incidents that have killed and injured civilians. Press Release➡️ tiny.cc/iimmPaZiGyi

Steven Rattner: “I have no idea where the president is going or what he does. He probably has no idea where he’s going on this. This is the worst economic policy-making I've seen in 50 years."

Communities are being forced to dig through rubble without proper tools or training—while the military blocks critical aid. James Rodehaver exposes the crisis in our latest episode. UN Human Rights Asia Listen: insightmyanmar.org/complete-shows… Support: gofund.me/3574c1a8

Chris knows Myanmar and he knows USAID. Definitely worth listening to this excellent long-time public servant.

Burma isn’t Rwanda. Chris Milligan unpacks how foreign aid, without deep local understanding, can harm more than help. Context matters. Listen here: insightmyanmar.org/complete-shows… Support: gofund.me/3574c1a8

President Trump's tariffs are an existential issue for many Southeast Asian countries, says John Goyer, Executive Director at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. In Episode 70, he discusses the impact of America's now-suspended tariff increases on countries in Southeast Asia. Links 👇

Worth reading this The Irrawaddy (Eng) article. I respect Anwar but worry he is taking the wrong approach on Myanmar.

Agreed. This level of budget cuts for our diplomacy around the world is insane.

Sadly, with few exceptions, US politics these days is not about solving problems. It’s all performative and trying to win “likes” and debate points, often through lies and obfuscation. This is particularly true for Trump and his Allie’s.

Congrats Khang Vu and Tita Sanglee on this thoughtful piece. It reminded me how much we need more writing and analysis on how Southeast Asian nations can work together - in ASEAN and bilaterally - to advance regional stability and avoid excessive big power influence.