Myanmar Civil War and Global Impact
Myanmar's military is battling to hold on to power as a civil war rages on, with rising cybercrime and drug trafficking affecting the region and beyond. The conflict began after the military ousted Nobel Peace Prize laureate Aung San Suu Kyi in 2021, leading to a people's revolution and a humanitarian crisis in the country.
Key Points
- Military ousted Aung San Suu Kyi in 2021, sparking civil war
- Ethnic militias fighting against the military forces
- Myanmar becoming a global hub of organized crime
- Impact of conflict reaching neighboring countries like China and India
Pros
- People's revolution gaining momentum against military rule
- Increased global awareness of the situation in Myanmar
- Potential for establishment of a democratic government
Cons
- Thousands killed and millions displaced
- Rise in cybercrime and drug trafficking
- Humanitarian crisis deepening in Myanmar