Apart from last week’s coordinated attacks, peace talks took a sour turn, security analyst Don Pathan writes.
But there are many questions about what comes next in the peace process.
New language emerging from the talks suggests that independence is off the table, but it’s unclear if rebels were consulted.
Men are seen talking to relatives hours before security forces shot them.
BRN rebels are interested in learning more about “non-military means” to advance their cause, security analyst Don Pathan says.
Governments must walk a fine line between safeguarding public health while being sensitive to religious beliefs, says analyst Don Pathan.
BRN insurgents are pushing hard to prove they are a responsible non-state actor, analyst Don Pathan writes.
The insurgent group’s top leadership, in a highly unusual move, has endorsed direct talks with Bangkok.
The move could help win hearts and minds in the troubled region, columnist Don Pathan writes.
Hardline leaders of the BRN insurgent group have stayed away from a current peace dialogue.
