Myanmar in 2005: In a holding pattern

Article Abstract:

Myanmar in 2005 experienced the aftermath of the purge of Khin Nyunt's Military Intelligence Fraction, withdrew from chairing the Association of Southeast Asian nations in 2006, and expanded relations with China and India. The aborted domestic reform program (1997-2004) and deteriorating relations with the ethnic minority ceasefire groups showed the State Peace and Development Council's inability to come to grips with Myanmar's severe economic and social problems.

Public affairs, Myanmar, Social aspects, Burmese foreign relations, Social problems

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Malaysia in 2005: Moving forward quietly

Article Abstract:

Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, during 2005, asserted his grip on domestic affairs, but his government is linked with perceptions of ineffectiveness. Economic growth slowed and the ringgit was unpegged from the US dollar, yet remained stable.

Government domestic functions, Malaysia, Domestic policy, Badawi, Abdullah Ahmad

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