Amid Myanmar’s Civil War, the Rich Seek Parties and ‘Positive Vibes Only’

Wealthy residents of Myanmar's major cities continue to operate nightclubs, restaurants, and travel internationally while armed conflict continues in other parts of the country. The conflict, which began in 2021 following a military coup, has caused tens of thousands of deaths and displaced millions of civilians according to aid organizations. Economic activity in urban business districts has remained relatively stable despite the fighting in rural and border regions.

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