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With its interests in flames, what will China do in Myanmar?
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With its interests in flames, what will China do in Myanmar?

As Myanmar's political crisis deepens, protesters are taking aim at Chinese business interests. Growing anti-China sentiment is big test for Beijing, which faces a tough choice on how to respond.

Myanmar military unlikely to back down; challenges for the new US ambassador to the UN
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Myanmar military unlikely to back down; challenges for the new US ambassador to the UN

Ian Bremmer shares his perspective on global politics this week: With protests growing, where does that leave the Myanmar coup? What challenges are ahead for the new US ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield? Are Putin and Lukashenko best friends now?

A game of chicken in Myanmar
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A game of chicken in Myanmar

Myanmar's ruling generals have shown, by their own standards and historical record, unprecedented restraint in dealing with anti-coup protesters. The explanation has something to do with how the country has changed during its short-lived transition to democracy.

A man with a tattoo of Aung San Suu Kyi takes part in a protest against the military coup and to demand the release of the elected leader in Yangon, Myanmar, February 8, 2021.
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