Featured, ANALYTICA, By Analysis Desk Maung Maung Myint Featured, ANALYTICA, By Analysis Desk Maung Maung Myint

The Procedural Fortress

Min Aung Hlaing has reconstituted the military junta he leads into a nominal civilian government and elevated himself to president. Following this shift, the regime has mounted a diplomatic offensive to seat its representatives at the United Nations. However, the military junta is unlikely to secure Myanmar’s seat; the balance of probability heavily favors the incumbent delegation led by Ambassador Kyaw Moe Tun retaining its accreditation.

While some observers contend that China and Russia could exert decisive influence over select members of the Credentials Committee, the incumbent delegation still has the advantage. This resilience is anchored in the procedural protections of UN "Rule 29," alongside the pragmatic geopolitical interests and diplomatic standing of the major powers on the committee.

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Featured, ANALYTICA, By Edward Johns Maung Maung Myint Featured, ANALYTICA, By Edward Johns Maung Maung Myint

The Political Gravity: Finding Political Order in a Multipolar World

As the post-WWII international order fractures, the world is transitioning into a complex multipolar era. Examining shifts in global power, technological disruption, and domestic governance models like federal democracy, this article introduces "political gravity"—a framework of shared norms and institutions essential for maintaining stability amid growing global diversity.

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Featured, POLICY BRIEF, By A. K. Barua Maung Maung Myint Featured, POLICY BRIEF, By A. K. Barua Maung Maung Myint

The Arsonist as Firefighter: Why US Cooperation with the Myanmar Regime on Cyberscams is a Historical Trap

In late June 2026, U.S. officials quietly met with Myanmar’s military regime to discuss tackling Southeast Asian cyberscam centres. However, history warns that partnering with the junta—a primary beneficiary of this criminal enterprise—mirrors past failed anti-narcotics efforts, risking taxpayer dollars and granting unearned legitimacy to an oppressive regime.

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