Kiana Duncan

Kiana Duncan

Kiana Duncan is an editorial intern at Southeast Asia Globe based in Phnom Penh. She grew up in Ohio. After working in both China and Myanmar, she’s interested in stories on Sino-ASEAN relations, soft power and culture exchange, and development.

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Articles by Kiana Duncan

15 hours ago • 5 min read
Myanmar coup

Over 100,000 Myanmar company registrations leaked: here’s why it matters

As the international community deliberates effective sanctions on Myanmar’s military-owned enterprises, a leaked file containing company registrations was made public to little fanfare this week, connecting the military to multiple industries and sectors
By Kiana Duncan - 15 hours ago

7 days ago • 10 min read
Myanmar coup

Myanmar’s politics of disaster: How the coup could worsen the pandemic

Following Myanmar's military coup, observers have pointed to how Covid conditions created an opportune moment for the putsch. But with services interrupted, health professionals marching and mass gatherings in the streets, will the coup exacerbate the pandemic?
By Kiana Duncan - 7 days ago

Feb 12, 2021 • 9 min read
Myanmar coup

How to squeeze Myanmar’s military without hurting its people

Boycotts are taking place across Myanmar as citizens attempt to hurt the military-affiliated firms embedded throughout the wider economy. But for those out of the country, the question now is how to hit the pockets of the Tatmadaw without harming the people
By Kiana Duncan - Feb 12, 2021

Feb 02, 2021 • 10 min read
Myanmar coup

Myanmar’s military coup: Why now, and where do we go from here?

As Myanmar grapples with the aftermath of the coup that unfolded in the early hours of February 1, observers are speculating as to the reasons behind the timing of the power grab, as well as the long-term impact that a military government could have on the country
By Kiana Duncan and Allegra Mendelson - Feb 02, 2021

May 12, 2020 • 4 min read
Social media

Facebook: The cause of and solution to Myanmar’s fake news problem?

Long closed off to the world, free engagement with the internet for Myanmar's citizens only began in the past decade. Today, media literacy remains low and fake news abounds on social media platforms like Facebook – but there are companies working to change that
By Kiana Duncan - May 12, 2020