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US engages Myanmar's military leader amid rare earth and cybercrime talks

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The United States is reportedly engaging in diplomatic talks with Myanmar's military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, marking a shift from its previous stance of imposing sanctions after the 2021 coup. These discussions are believed to involve Myanmar's significant rare earth mineral resources and potentially cybercrime issues. This pragmatic policy adjustment, possibly influenced by the State Department's approach under the Trump administration, prioritizes strategic interests over previous principles. AI

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US engages Myanmar's military leader amid rare earth and cybercrime talks

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Aidan Jones ·

    What’s behind the quiet US diplomatic thaw with Myanmar?

    Fresh from walking down red carpets laid out by his Southeast Asian neighbours, Myanmar’s ex-military chief Min Aung Hlaing appears to have a new diplomatic feather in his cap: re-engagement with the United States. Washington slapped sanctions on Min Aung Hlaing just 10 days afte…

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