ISBN:
9788776941130
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9788776941123
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8776941124
,
8776941132
Language:
English
Pages:
XIV, 447 S.
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Ill., graf. Darst., Kt.
Series Statement:
Asia insights 3
Series Statement:
Asia insights
DDC:
900
Keywords:
Peace-building
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Ethnic conflict
;
Karen (Southeast Asian people)
;
Political violence
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Staat
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Politischer Wandel
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Sozialer Wandel
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Demokratisierung
;
Innenpolitik
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Gesellschaft
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Entwicklung
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Internationale Politik
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Friedenspolitik
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Wirtschaft
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Akteur
;
Politik
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Burma History 21st century
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Burma Politics and government 21st century
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Burma Economic conditions 21st century
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Burma Social conditions 21st century
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Burma History
;
Autonomy and independence movements
;
Myanmar
;
Aufsatzsammlung
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Aufsatzsammlung
;
Birma
;
Minderheitenfrage
;
Terrorismus
;
Friedenssicherung
Abstract:
"Recent changes in Burma/Myanmar have been called the 'Burmese democratic spring.' While the international media have mainly focused on the economic opportunities offered by these changes and on the doings and sayings of Aung San Suu Kyi, the reality is far more complex. The country is desperately poor, divided by ethnic and religious rivalries and continues to suffer from some of the world's most intractable military conflicts while powerful elite factions oppose reform. Where, then, is the country heading? What are the key challenges it will face? Who are likely to be the key players in the unfolding events? What implications are there for international actors in arenas like policy, diplomacy, development and business? With contributions on topics like the political situation, international relations, ethnic and religious rivalries, and the economy, long-time observers of the situation offer insights and analysis that address these issues. The result is a tightly focused volume that will appeal to a broad readership interested in the current situation and its implications."--Page 4 of cover
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
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Introduction
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The gathering pace of change ; Part 1. Order and change. Preserving order amid change and developing change amid order
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Local actors
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Towards a new state in Myanmar
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Development of civil society
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The Kyi to the Great Game East
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International actors
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Social issues
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Part 2. Challenges to unity. The colonial legacy
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Ethnic diversity, multiple conflicts
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Ethno-nationalism and violence in Burma/Myanmar : the long Karen struggle for autonomy
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The Karen in Myanmar's southeast : great hopes and many unresolved issues
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Coming home!
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Peace-building in Myanmar
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Update on the peace process
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The struggle for peace in northern Myanmar
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The religious dimension
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Religion, identity and separatism : the case of the Kachin
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Politically engaged Buddhism : spiritual politics or nationalist medium?
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Contending approaches to communal violence in Rakhine State
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Part 3. Economy, development and environment. Economic fundamentals, ongoing challenges
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Burma's economy and the struggle for reform
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Development challenges and environmental issues
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Foreign aid to Myanmar
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Opportunities and challenges for donors and INGOs operating in Myanmar
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Part 4. The way ahead. Whither Burma?
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