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The Dilemma of Shan State for Myanmar’s Revolution

If there is any hope that the current civil war will lead to the reestablishment of a unified Myanmar, creative solutions will have to be found to resolve the conflicting claims in Shan State.

Commentary by Michael Martin — October 7, 2025

Update on the Armed Resistance in Myanmar’s Kachin State

The armed struggle against Myanmar’s military junta, the State Administrative Council (SAC), has been underway for more than three years. In Kachin State, the armed group leading the fight is the Kachin Independence Army, or KIA.

Commentary by Michael Martin — July 17, 2024

Myanmar’s Governance Challenges

Reports of the liberation of villages, towns, and township communities in Myanmar creates a serious challenge: how will these newly liberated communities be governed?

Commentary by Michael Martin — March 1, 2024

New Stage for the Military Conflict in Myanmar?

The military conflict in Myanmar entered a new stage over the last month, one that may portend the future collapse of the country’s military and its nominal government, the State Administrative Council.

Commentary by Michael Martin — December 14, 2023

Rethinking Humanitarian Assistance for Myanmar

It is time for the United Nations and the international community to change how it is delivering humanitarian assistance to people in Myanmar.

Commentary by Michael Martin — November 29, 2023

Remembering Myanmar’s Miserable May

This May marked the 15th anniversary of two tragic events in Myanmar: the devastation caused by Cyclone Nargis and the decision by the State Peace and Development Council to hold a referendum on a new constitution for the nation.

Commentary by Michael Martin — July 12, 2023