January, 2001 - Volume 9 No.1

Inside This Issue


Another False Start?

Under a Dark Cloud: Censorship in Burma
Writers and publishers in Burma remain targets of one of the world’s most draconian censorship systems.

The (Martial) Art of Writing
Burmese writers and publishers have become masters of journalistic kung fu, using subtle means to defend their work against the lethal attacks of military censors.


Used Car Salesman
Following up on our Burmese Tycoons series, The Irrawaddy presents this personal account of the pitfalls of doing business in Burma.

Regional Briefing
Thaksin Shinawatra and his Thai Rak Thai party overwhelmed their competitors in Thailand's January 6 election.


CULTURE
An Auspicious Moment
The author, the former editor of the recently banned Thintbawa magazine, pays homage to celebrated poet Tin Moe in this article first published shortly after the latter’s release from prison in 1995.

Triangle of Suspicion
Rivalries between two of Burma’s top three leading generals are set to intensify, as Number One prepares to step down and external pressures continue to heat up.

Nice Country — Shame about the Dictatorship
Travels in a “fascist Disneyland” reveal tensions behind a facade of stability.


• Intelligence
• News in Brief
• Business