Is Myanmar’s military losing ground?

Rebel groups have made several gains against military rulers in recent weeks.

Myanmar’s military government has suffered significant defeats at the hands of anti-coup opposition groups in recent weeks.

Karen fighters and other rebel movements have seized a vital town on the border with Thailand and tried to attack the capital, Naypyidaw, using drones laden with explosives.

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So what’s next for the military government as it deals with these security challenges?

And do the recent gains rebel groups have made represent a turning point for Myanmar?

Presenter: James Bays

Guests:

Khin Ohmar – award-winning human rights activist and founder of Progressive Voice, a policy research organisation that advocates for a democratic Myanmar

Kim Jolliffe – independent consultant who works towards peace, security and human rights in Myanmar and the wider region

Nicholas Bequelin – visiting fellow at Yale Law School’s Paul Tsai China Center and a specialist on human rights in Asia