By Edward Cowley
Jun 23, 2020
Twan Mrat Naing, 41, leads the Arakan Army.
While the world’s attention is focused on COVID-19, war is brewing in the jungles of western Myanmar. The Arakan Army, or AA, was formed just a few years ago by students, workers and farmers but has learned the ruthless tactics of guerrilla warfare quickly.
Major-General Twan Mrat Naing, its commander, aspires to no less than forging a new nation.
“My personal dream,” he said, “is to see our national flag at the Olympic Games and to hear our national anthem sung.”
Major-General Twan Mrat Naing, its commander, aspires to no less than forging a new nation.
“My personal dream,” he said, “is to see our national flag at the Olympic Games and to hear our national anthem sung.”
