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To the point - Myanmar Coup: Death Knell for Democracy?

February 4, 2021

The military seizes power in Myanmar and bundles civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi into detention. Is it the death knell for democracy in the country? Guests: Sou-Jie van Brunnersum (DW Asia Desk), Jasmin Lorch (Giga Institute), Felix Heiduk (SWP)

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To The Point 04.02.2021 TTPD Jasmin Lorch
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Jasmin Lorch from the independent social science research institute 'Giga'. She says: "The international community has been living in denial for a long time. The military has never really wanted to see real democratic change in Myanmar." 
 

 

To The Point 04.02.2021 TTPD Felix Heiduk
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Felix Heiduk from the Berlin based policy and science think tank SWP. His opinion: "The coup has put an end to Myanmar's illiberal and partly authoritarian transition to democracy." 
 

 

To The Point 04.02.2021 TTPE Sou-Jie van Brunnersum
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Sou-Jie van Brunnersum from DWs Asia Desk. She thinks: "The military's seizure of power could lead to deadly violence. The military will reinforce a culture of abuse and impunity, threatening to end human rights and economic stability in Myanmar."