Myanmar's fragile peace

Myanmar, a diverse country of over 55 million people has entered a new era of unprecedented democratic reform after decades of military rule.

The success of the country’s transition hinges on peace negotiations with multiple armed ethnic groups.

These minorities represent more than one-third of the population in the resource-rich borderlands of the country. In the past year, ceasefire agreements have been signed with 13 rebel armies, but one conflict in Kachin state remains the key stumbling block.