With China's Strong Support, Is Myanmar's Revolutionary Dream Fading?

Myanmar's military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, visited Thailand on August 6, his first official visit since the 2021 coup. He aims to break diplomatic isolation. Min Aung Hlaing has been sanctioned for his role in the 2017 Rohingya expulsion. After a controversial election in April, he became president and stepped down as military chief. With China's pressure and support, the military government has regained the upper hand against anti-government forces. Inside Myanmar, pro-democracy movements continue, and many refugees have fled to Mae Sot on the Thai border. BBC reporters visited the area and reported on the harsh conditions of the refugees.