Myanmar 2014
Yearbook 2014 Burma. Myanmar population in 2020 is estimated at 54,409,811. Burma took another step on the international stage during the year. In January, the country became chairman of the regional Southeast Asian Association...
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Myanmar, located in Southeast Asia, is a country of cultural diversity, historical richness, and complex political dynamics. Governed by a military-drafted constitution, Myanmar has experienced periods of military rule and, more recently, a transition to a quasi-civilian government. Major political parties include the National League for Democracy (NLD), led by Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi, the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), and various ethnic parties. Myanmar gained independence from British colonial rule in 1948, but its political landscape has been marked by ethnic tensions, internal conflicts, and military influence. The country has faced international scrutiny for human rights abuses, particularly regarding the Rohingya crisis. Myanmar’s economy, based on agriculture, natural resources, and textiles, is gradually opening up to foreign investment. The diverse cultural heritage of Myanmar is reflected in its traditions, festivals, and ancient temples, including the iconic Bagan and Shwedagon Pagoda. As Myanmar grapples with challenges related to democratic consolidation, peace-building, and economic development, the nation’s ability to balance political reforms with ethnic reconciliation remains a critical factor in shaping its trajectory within the Southeast Asian region. HOMEAGERLY: Features democracy and rights of Burma.