Myanmar - Wikipedia
WEBMyanmar, [d] officially the Republic of the Union of Myanmar [e] and also known as Burma (the official name until 1989), is a country in Southeast Asia. It is the largest country by area in Mainland Southeast Asia and has a population of about 55 million. [18]
Myanmar | History, Map, Flag, Population, Capital, Language,
WEB3 days ago · Myanmar, country, located in the western portion of mainland Southeast Asia. In 1989 the country’s official English name, which it had held since 1885, was changed from the Union of Burma to the Union of Myanmar; in the Burmese language the country has
Myanmar’s Troubled History: Coups, Military Rule, and Ethnic …
WEBJan 31, 2022 · Learn about Myanmar's history of military rule, ethnic conflict, and democratic reforms. Find out how the 2021 coup returned the country to junta rule and sparked a civil war and humanitarian...
Myanmar country profile - BBC News
WEBMay 26, 2023 · REPUBLIC OF THE UNION OF MYANMAR: FACTS. Capital: Nay Pyi Taw. Area: 676,570 sq km. Population: 57.2 million. Languages: Burmese, plus Chin, Kachin, Karen, Kayah, Mon, Rakhine, Shan. Life...
Military rule in Myanmar | Britannica
WEBLearn about Myanmar, formerly Burma, a Southeast Asian country with a long and turbulent history of military rule, colonialism, and ethnic diversity. Explore its regions, rivers, climate, culture, and current political situation.
Joint Statement on the Ongoing Conflict in Myanmar
WEBMay 24, 2024 · The US and other countries express deep concern over the escalating violence and humanitarian crisis in Myanmar since the 2021 coup. They call for accountability, humanitarian access, and dialogue to restore democracy and peace.
Myanmar | United Nations - الأمم المتحدة
WEBMar 30, 2011 · Myanmar. On 18 June 1989, the Union of Burma informed the United Nations that it had changed its name to the Union of Myanmar. On 30 March 2011, the Union of Myanmar changed its name to the...
Myanmar - Politics, Ethnicity, Religion | Britannica
WEB6 days ago · Learn about the history and current situation of Myanmar's government and society, including its constitution, political parties, ethnic groups, and religious diversity. Find out how the military seized power in 2021 and faced opposition from the people and the international community.
Myanmar Permanent Mission to the United Nations
WEBLearn about Myanmar's membership, policy and activities in the UN since 1948. Find out how Myanmar supports multilateralism, peace, human rights and sustainable development.
Myanmar vs. Burma: Why the different names matter | AP News
WEBFeb 2, 2021 · Hundreds of members of Myanmar’s Parliament remained confined inside their government housing in the country’s capital on Tuesday, a day after the military staged a coup and detained senior politicians including Nobel laureate and de …