USA–Myanmar relations
Democratization and beyond
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 19539714 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Mohamad Zreik (0000-0002-6812-6529, Lebanese Agricultural Research Institute, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2023 |
| Volume | 23 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pages | 162-174 |
| Publication date | 2023-11-22 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Southeast Asia A Multidisciplinary Journal (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1819-5091 • E-ISSN: 2948-0426 |
| Publisher | Emerald (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1108/seamj-02-2023-0018 |
| OpenAlex | W4386820794 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 11 |
Purpose This paper aims to examine the USA's policy toward Myanmar or Burma, analyzing the bilateral relationship between the two countries from the pre-colonial period to the present day. It highlights the implications of political shifts in the system of government in Myanmar for the bilateral relationship with the USA, particularly after the 1962 coup and the emergence of rising regional powers like China. The paper also shows how the economic role of Myanmar has increased, leading to more equal relations with the United States of America. Design/methodology/approach This paper employs a qualitative research design, analyzing data from both primary and secondary sources. The methodology includes a literature review and document analysis to gain a comprehensive understanding of the USA–Myanmar bilateral relationship. The research also analyzes political and economic developments in Myanmar and the region, placing the USA policy in a broader context. Findings The research finds that the USA has been an influential player in Myanmar's politics and economy. However, with Myanmar's integration into the Chinese Belt and Road Initiative and its accession to Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), its economic role has become more significant, leading to a more balanced relationship with the USA. The paper also shows that the USA's policy toward Myanmar has undergone significant changes, particularly after the 2011 easing of sanctions by former President Barack Obama. Originality/value Although many works have traced the history of USA–Myanmar ties, this study provides a fresh perspective by setting past events against the backdrop of contemporary geopolitical upheavals, therefore highlighting the complex evolution of their bilateral dynamics. The paper contributes to the literature on the USA–Myanmar bilateral relationship by providing a comprehensive analysis of the relationship from a historical perspective. The research also adds to the discussion of the implications of political and economic developments in Myanmar for the bilateral relationship with the USA. The findings of this study have important implications for policymakers and scholars interested in the USA's role in Southeast Asia and its relations with rising regional powers like China
Accession · China · Democracy · Democratization · Development economics · Economics · Economy · Foreign policy · Geography · International trade · Originality · Political science · Politics · Sanctions · Asian Geopolitics and Ethnography
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| Unique citing works | 1 |
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| Citations per year | 1 |
| Citation span | 2026 - 2026 (1) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 1 |