Myanmar in Crisis: A Look Back at Two Years of Military Rule

Two years have passed since the military coup in Myanmar, and the country is still grappling with the aftermath. The junta, led by General Min Aung Hlaing, initially grabbed power, citing fraud in the 2020 elections, but their rule has been marked by mutinies, a humanitarian disaster, and a loss of control over most of the country. The opposition has called for a "silent strike," and the state of emergency has been extended, delaying elections. The military's indiscriminate bombings and inability to address the crisis have led to the displacement of over 1.5 million people and the need for humanitarian assistance for 17.6 million people. The situation in Myanmar calls for a meaningful dialogue between the junta and the opposition to restore democracy and start peace talks with ethnic rebels. The international community, including ASEAN, China, and India, must push the military regime toward a peaceful resolution.