Aung San Suu Kyi | A symbol of resistance

The article details the ongoing political crisis and civil war in Myanmar following the 2021 military coup, focusing on Aung San Suu Kyi's role as a symbol of resistance and her continued detention. It covers the military junta's attempts to legitimize its rule, the formation of the National Unity Government (NUG) and People's Defence Forces (PDFs) as a resistance movement, and the involvement of various ethnic armed organizations. The piece also highlights the shifting international dynamics, particularly China's influence, India's re-engagement, and ASEAN's stance, alongside Suu Kyi's past actions, including her defense of Myanmar at the International Court of Justice regarding the Rohingya crisis. It concludes by discussing the efforts to centralize the resistance and the enduring popular support for the pro-democracy movement.