Generals, sunflowers and astrologers: the superstitions of the Burmese regime

Superstitions, astrology, numerology and soothsayers play important roles in Myanmar society, just like in many other asian countries. But for the Burmese generals, these superstitions are not only important, they often become real obsessions that lead to irrational and sometimes self-defeating behaviours.Very recently, in Shwegyin, Bago Region, local farmers have Read more…