

policy toward Myanmar in response to changes taking place in the country, with careful consideration of how available policy instruments, including engagement and sanctions, can be used to encourage political and economic reform. approach-taken in concert with regional and international partners-provides the best hope for bringing Myanmar into the world community. policy report argues that a comprehensive U.S. away from previous efforts to isolate Myanmar’s ruling generals, balancing economic sanctions with "pragmatic engagement" and initiating efforts to expand channels of communication with the military leadership.ĭeveloped by Asia Society’s Task Force on U.S. policy report was developed in response to the new direction for relations with Myanmar that the White House announced in September 2009. This report is complemented by a wide-ranging review of Asian policy toward Myanmar, incorporating perspectives from leading experts in nine Asian countries. to respond effectively and flexibly to the shifts that a potential democratic transition in Myanmar could take.

Policy, released in March 2010, offers a detailed strategy that positions the U.S. Current Realities and Future Possibilities in Burma/Myanmar: Options for U.S.
