In a significant policy shift, the US last week announced the partial lifting of sanctions on Myanmar’s junta. The new measures allow transactions involving Myanmar’s central bank and certain state-owned enterprises, including Myanma Oil and Gas Enterprise. The move came shortly after news that Myanmar’s top general had written to President Donald Trump, expressing optimism for improved relations. US officials clarified there was no connection between the sanctions decision and the letter.

The decision came after the country’s military chief sent a letter to Trump praising his ‘strong leadership’.

In a significant policy shift, the US last week announced the partial lifting of sanctions on Myanmar’s junta. The new measures allow transactions involving Myanmar’s central bank…