 Full Steam Ahead Aung Zaw looks at Burma’s plan to expand its “blue water” fleet. |
 Reaching for the Sky Aung Zaw says the tatmadaw lacks trained pilots and air-to-air combat experience, but its goal is to launch a modern air force. |
 Burma’s Missile Dream Naypyidaw appears to be intent on setting up a missile defense system to deter potential enemies, Aung Zaw writes. |
 A Friend in Need Burma and North Korea: two rogue regimes find comfort in each others arms, reports Wai Moe. |
 No Country to Call Their Own Stateless children in Thailand remain vulnerable, says Thawdar, despite efforts to protect their rights to education and health care. |
 Left to Rot Rangoon is a victim of the junta’s abandonment—streets are crumbling, trash piles up, electricity is on-and-off and sewage drains overflow, reports Wai Sann. |
 Island of Peace Edith Mirante visits an isolated Karen community that lives free from fear and oppression. |
 The Enemy Underfoot Landmines are a threat to life and limb in Karen State, says Saw Yan Naing, who visits a hospital in Mae Sot. |
 Sticks or Carrots? The US administration has sent a strong signal that it wants to take a more active role in dealing with Burma. Aung Zaw surveys the possibilities. |
 Burma’s Father of Political Cinema Businessman, filmmaker, patriot—“Parrot” U Sonny made a profound mark on Burma’s early film industry. Arkar Moe examines his remarkable career. |
 Myanmar Meanderings Robert Taylor updates his earlier landmark book on Burma. Reviewed by David Mathieson. |
 U2 Highlights Suu Kyi One of the world’s most popular bands is urging fans to join the chorus of voices calling for Aung San Suu Kyi’s release. |
 Actor’s Chilly New Film Project Film star Lwin Moe is looking for new peaks to conquer, as director of a documentary on Burma’s far north. |
 Animal Farm In Orwellian Burma, Satya Sagar says political prisoners are treated so badly that even the animals at Rangoon zoo feel for them. |
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