The Jordan Harbinger Show 966: Patrick Winn | Wa State: When a Drug Cartel Becomes a Country
Mar 19, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Patrick Winn, author of "Narcotopia," sheds light on Wa State, a unique self-sufficient narco-nation in Myanmar. He reveals how the region has managed to operate independently from the CIA and its neighbors, defying expectations. Winn explains the political significance of naming conventions in Myanmar and traces the evolution of Wa State from a simple drug cartel to a formidable sovereign entity. He delves into the unexpected stability of life there amidst chaos, and the global implications of its thriving narcotics economy.
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Daring Trip to Wa State
- Jordan Harbinger expresses surprise at Patrick Winn's daring trip to Wa State.
- He acknowledges the potential danger posed by both the cartel and the Burmese junta.
Burma vs. Myanmar
- The name "Burma" is the colonial name, while "Myanmar" is the official name adopted by the military regime in 1989.
- Usage is politically charged, with those opposing the regime preferring "Burma."
Wa State: A Nation Within a Nation
- Wa State, though unrecognized by the UN, functions as a self-sufficient nation within Myanmar.
- It boasts its own infrastructure, government, and legal system, independent of the Burmese junta.
