Disciplining Democracies

This book examines Japan's relationship with Myanmar from the passage of its constitution in May 2008 to the February 2021 coup d'etat that finished its transition to a 'disciplined democracy.'

It explores the nexus between security and political economy in the context of changing regional dynamics. Focusing on the impact of Japan's relations with Myanmar on people in Myanmar and beyond, the author argues that the Japanese government and businesses side lined 'universal values' for profit at the expense of human security.

Contributing to the debate about 'Global International Relations', this text develops a unique Area Studies approach which contributes a fresh understanding of global politics.