Myanmar, ruled by junta, will vote in 3 phases starting Sunday, then 11 and 25 Jan. Much-delayed polls come at a time when nation is grappling with civil war, hunger & economic woes.
The military may also be hoping that it can use the disaster to rebuild its brand overseas. The surprise announcement of a ceasefire by the generals is part of that process.
The insurgency in Myanmar could leave the military in no position to keep delivering on its commitments to India. Chinese influence will only make things worse.
Nick Jonas is not trying to modernise the mangalsutra, but his gesture shows that choices can be equal. If commitment must be flaunted, it need not be gendered.
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