Myanmar's Military Government Enforces Conscription Law | Vantage with Palki SharmannThe government in Myanmar has announced compulsory military service for all young men and women as the country's continues to be in the grip of violence. The move will require all men aged 18-35, and women aged 18-27, to serve at least two years under military command. In recent months the Junta has been defeated in a series of battles with ethnic militias. Will compulsory military service help it stop advancing rebels? On top of this, Myanmar's diplomatic woes continue. Bangladesh is removing its consulate from Myanmar's trouble-hit Rakhine. What lies ahead for Myanmar and its Junta? Palki Sharma tells you.
