A beautiful and complicated Southeast Asian country, Myanmar (previously Burma) borders many other countries, including China, Thailand, Laos, India, and Bangladesh. Currently in the public spotlight for the recent military coup and changing of government, Myanmar which has often been considered to be behind globally has many internal and external conflicts and is holding center stage with regards to global attention for human rights and democracy. Understanding the struggles Myanmar faces as well as the rich cultural history present is important to broadening the perspective of global politics and community.
https://thewell-travelledpostcard.com/2014/06/16/postcard-of-the-week-burma/
This article written by Rebecca Daniel A brief intro to Rebecca: I am a transfer student from Raleigh, NC who in high school had the opportunity to study abroad in Beijing, China. This introduction to the east sparked a desire to understand the world and the communities that exist globally and culturally. I am currently pursuing a degree in Chinese and Comparative literature, and hope to be part of the push towards a global community that is not limited by borders and which centers care for the earth and every person in it!
