Description:
"Myanmar?s military, the Tatmadaw, has been
the dominant institution in the country
for most of its post-independence history. After decades of military rule, it began the
shift to a semi-civilian government. A new ge
neration of leaders in the military and
in government pushed the transition far further and much faster
than anyone could
have imagined. Major questions remain, however, about the Tatmadaw?s intentions,
its ongoing involvement in politics and the economy, and whether and within what
timeframe it will accept to be brought unde
r civilian control. Transforming from an
all-powerful military to one that accepts
democratic constraints on its power will be
an enormous challenge..."
Source/publisher:
International Crisis Group (Asia Briefing 143)
Date of Publication:
2014-04-22
Date of entry:
2014-06-06
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- Individual Documents
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Language:
English