"US policy since the military takeover centers on restoring democracy, holding the military accountable for its crimes, and providing humanitarian aid to a vulnerable population. From a US national interest perspective, the United States faces an unmissable opportunity to support the establishment of a stable, federal, inclusive, and democratic Myanmar government. Following the events of Operation 1027 and follow-on offensives, Myanmar’s resistance is at a critical juncture, and increased support from the United States and likeminded allies and partners could prove crucial in defeating the junta on a shorter timeline."
Read more in this new policy brief from Lucas Myers, senior associate for Southeast Asia.
The Indo-Pacific in the World
To help inform US policymakers about the region and its many interconnected issue areas, this collection from the Indo-Pacific Program features reports analyzing and providing recommendations on US policy toward the region, key actors, and vital issues.
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