As youth are the architects of our future world, the anti-corruption process must be built upon active youth participation. Anti-corruption agencies worldwide are increasingly advocating for the involvement of young people in their initiatives. Youth are the leaders of tomorrow, and they bear a profound duty to shape a world that is fair, just, transparent, and independent. Therefore, the fight against corruption must start now with young people. Corruption is not merely a criminal issue; it is a significant barrier to sustainable development that robs today’s younger generation of their rightful opportunities. Thus, today’s youth have a vital responsibility to fight against corruption hand-in-hand with the government. This is not optional – it is essential for creating an integrity-based future with zero-tolerance for corruption.

THE entire public is fully supporting and backing the efforts of the Myanmar delegation, which is standing on the side of truth to safeguard the sovereignty and dignity of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

Opinion piece argues that diplomatic engagement, not isolation, is key to American interests, regional stability, and economic security.

A realistic, strategic recalibration is required.

AT the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, Netherlands, The Gambia has filed a case accusing Myanmar of violating the Genocide Convention. This case has now reached the stage of the final hearing. On 10 January, the BBC aired an interview with The Gambia’s lawyer, Mr Arsalan Suleman, regarding this case. Carefully examining the information Mr Suleman shared in this interview, one can see their true intentions, attempts to influence judicial proceedings through the media, and certain baseless accusations.

YOUTH are the nation’s valuable human resources on which society relies, and they will shoulder the responsibilities of the State in the future. Youth are characterized by dynamism, alertness, physical strength, inquisitiveness, willingness to take risks, boldness, and creative capacity. Moreover, the role of youth is also of great importance in the peace process.

THE day of 28 December 2025 marked a very important milestone in Myanmar’s political history. In other words, it can be called a historic day on which the genuine will of the people who truly support a multiparty democracy was clearly demonstrated. From the early morning to the evening, peaceable civilians in 102 townships across the nation revealed their genuine desire through casting the ballot, which came from their hearts. With the aim of bringing about an elected government for the sake of their future, peace and stability, and better opportunities for the nation’s political, economic, and social development, they proved how they fulfilled their civic duties by taking their steps towards the polling stations where Phase I of the election was held.

Disregarding an avalanche of criticism, Myanmar went to the polls on 28 December. The landmark elections, meant to usher in a meaningful political transition, despite violent disruptions from Non-state Armed Groups (NSAG), will last nearly a month. Two more rounds will be held – one on 11 January and another a fortnight later. These three-phased elections will set the stage for the formation of a new civilian government.

Our bus left home in Kaba Aye at 9 am and halted temporarily at a roadside tea shop, and we got down and had a hasty breakfast. Then, we drove sluggishly through a maze of cars of different sizes, colours and models. When we got to the toll-gate on the Yangon-Nay Pyi Taw Highway, it was well over 10 am. The sun was ablaze overhead.

The upcoming elections on 28 December 2025 will turn a new page for Myanmar, shifting the narrative from a conflict-affected, crisis-laden country to a new chapter of hope for building peace and reconstructing the economy. Myanmar is no stranger to “founding” elections. These founding elections, often held amidst challenging environments and imperfect processes, have historically produced defining moments of opportunity to tackle the country’s ongoing conflicts and allow it to take its rightful place in the international community to fulfil its obligations.