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The Intelligence from The Economist

The Intelligence: A civil society in waiting

Apr 29, 2024
22:16
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Rebels plan for post-coup Myanmar, Britain's lack of industrial robots, Canada's maple syrup yields affected by climate change
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  • In Myanmar, resistance to the military junta is fostering a new generation of legal professionals for post-war stability.
  • Canada's maple syrup industry is growing due to increased production efficiency and climate change impacts.

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Karani State's Generation of Lawyers and Judges Amid Civil Uprising

In Karani State, Myanmar, a population united by resistance to a military coup is preparing for the future by training a new generation of legal professionals. Amid ongoing conflict, young men and women undergo a two-month crash course in law to ensure law and order post-war. Led by the Karani army commander, these students study marriage law and endure challenges like drills and gunfire, emerging as lawyers, prosecutors, and judges to maintain order.

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