Social media went into overdrive for the last few years in Myanmar with its government leaders using Facebook to disseminate information and make announcements. YANGON: Government leaders have often used Facebook to reach out and interact with their citizens. US President Barack Obama has captured the attention of 46 million followers while Indian Prime Minister […]
Myanmar social media boom alters landscape of local politics
December 30, 2015 by thiha
Filed Under: Latest News Tagged With: Facebook, Myanmar News Media Council secretary, social media, Thiha Saw, trust in government
Myanmar media outlets enter new era
After more than a year of civilian rule in Myanmar, the country’s media has started to emerge from a climate of fear and suppression. But as the country’s media sector grows rapidly, there are still challenges facing the industry in this newly opened nation now embracing modern times. “[The] Press Freedom Index’s ranking said that […]