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Title:
Myanmar (Burma) / Kyi Kyi May and Nicholas Nugent.
Author:
May, Kyi Kyi, author.

Nugent, Nicholas, author.
Publication Information:
London : Kuperard, [2015]
Call Number:
DS527.9 .M39 2015
Abstract:
"Myanmar, as Burma is now known, is strategically situated between the world's two most populous nations, China and India, and its distinctive ancient culture shares some traditions with both countries. Hidden away from the eyes of the world for half a century by its military rulers' policy of self-isolation, "the Burmese Way to Socialism," with a new democratic parliament and civilian government Myanmar is undergoing important changes as it approaches its next elections in 2015. Its most famous political detainee, Aung San Suu Kyi, the Nobel peace laureate, has been released after nearly twenty years of house arrest. The present administration faces teething problems in politics, governance, education, its dealings with over a hundred ethnic groups, and its society. At the same time, progress has been made with the emergence of a free press, the release of political prisoners, and the reemergence of the long-lost voice of the man and woman on the street. The country is opening up to tourism and business"--Provided by publisher.
ISBN:
9781857336979
Series:
Culture smart!
Physical Description:
168 pages : illustrations, 1 color map ; 18 cm
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