Description:
"A year after Cyclone Nargis devastated a wide swathe of the Irrawaddy delta, many survivors are still struggling to rebuild their lives. One of the greatest obstacles to a return to normalcy has been the reluctance of international donors to fund projects that depend on the cooperation of the Burmese junta. Among humanitarian relief agencies, a debate is raging about how to respond to the needs of the people of the delta, while addressing concerns that aid could be misused by the regime.
Here is a selection of comments from people engaged in this ongoing discussion, which could have long-term implications for Burma?s social, political and economic development..."
Source/publisher:
"The Irrawaddy" Vol. 17, No. 3
Date of Publication:
2009-06-00
Date of entry:
2009-06-24
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- Individual Documents
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Language:
English