U.S. opens direct talks with Myanmar’s generals, reversing years of isolation
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Thu, 8 October 2026
1 report- Japan Times06:17first to report
U.S. outreach has focused on targeting scam centers but could lead to broader engagement, including on Myanmar's mineral deposits, sources have said.
Fri, 16 October 2026
3 reports- Japan Times07:05
It was their second meeting in a month as Washington steps up reengagement with the generals it shunned after their 2021 coup.
- Times of India07:57
Renewed talks between the U.S. and Myanmar's military-backed rulers signal strategic interests in rare-earth resources. These discussions focused on securing the release of an American businessman and addressing online scams. Engagement follows Myanmar's civil war, which has led to extensive displacement and control challenges. Myanmar's Kachin State is crucial for heavy rare-earth minerals but is fraught with conflict.
- bworldonline.com08:09
WASHINGTON/TOKYO — The US and Myanmar’s military-backed government held talks in Tokyo last week, people familiar with the…
Sat, 17 October 2026
1 report- Japan Times01:51
It was their second meeting in a month as Washington steps up reengagement with the generals it shunned after their 2021 coup.
Sun, 18 October 2026
1 report- Al Jazeera English18:22
Why is the Trump administration holding secret talks with Myanmar's military ruler, accused of genocide?