Articles by Nicholas Farrelly

Keeping friends close, Thailand closer

Myanmar must be on guard for political crises across the border.

Secession in a democratic system?

Why a popular vote on secession in Myanmar is highly unlikely.

Academic analysis in the age of reform

As research on Myanmar grows, the challenge now is making sure it gets to the people who need it.

Millions of ‘likes’ but leadership lacking

Discussion online needs to be handled carefully for Myanmar's long-term success, writes Nicholas Farrelly.

Some days in November

Why Nicholas Farrelly is circling 9 November 2020 as a day to watch.

Remembering Depayin and other tragedies

Nicholas Farrelly reflects on the 13th anniversary of the attack on Aung San Suu Kyi's convoy.

Gazing over the horizon

Nicholas Farrelly suggests that Myanmar’s biggest changes are probably still to come.

Should ethnicity be reconsidered?

Nicholas Farrelly looks at some options for reforming ethnic classification in Myanmar

Lessons from a dictatorial neighbour

Nicholas Farrelly on the incredible tale of Thailand and Myanmar's reversed political fortunes.