Research List

No.	Researcher	Title	Abstract	Year
2801	Phyo Min1	THE IMPACT OF TERRITORIAL DISPUTES IN THE LOI LAN REGION AND O-7 HILLOCK ON MYANMAR-THAILAND RELATIONS*	This paper analyzes the territorial disputes between Myanmar and Thailand, focusing on two key contested areas: The Loi Lan region and the O-7 Hillock. After Myanmar's independence, it could measure the borders with neighboring countries and sign agreements, but it was not to measure the borders with Thailand. Border disputes arose as the Myanmar government asserted political control and legal influence. Due to the encroachment of Thai military bases in the Loi Lan area, the Myanmar delegation objected to Thai outposts in Myanmar and discussed territorial ownership. Despite discussions, relations between Myanmar and Thailand became strained when Thailand helped SURA attack Myanmar military bases on the Myanmar-Thai border. In addition, the Thai army joined forces with the SURA armed insurgents to carry out further attacks on the O-7 hillock and Pachee Camp. Therefore, due to the attack along the Myanmar-Thai border in early 2001, Myanmar and Thailand relations were diminished. However, the two countries tried to negotiate and resolve the over-the-border issues. This research analyzed Myanmar-Thailand relations regarding the Loi Lan region and the O-7 hillock issues.	2026
2802	Nay Win Lian1	THE ORIGIN AND SIGNIFICANCE OF WORKERS' DAY IN MYANMAR*	The celebration of Workers' Day, also known as May Day, holds profound significance in Myanmar's history and labour movement. Originating from the global labour movements advocating for workers' rights and better working conditions, Workers' Day was first commemorated in Myanmar in 1938 amidst widespread labor unrest. This research explores the evolution of Workers' Day in Myanmar, tracing its origins from early labour strikes and protests to its formal recognition as a public holiday in 1948, following the country's independence from British colonial rule. The study examines key historical events, including the 1938 Oil-field Workers' Strike, which played a pivotal role in establishing May Day celebrations in Myanmar. Furthermore, it assesses the significance of Workers' Day in Myanmar's socio-political landscape, highlighting how it has been utilized to honor the contributions of workers, advocate for labour rights, and reflect the broader struggles of the working class.	2026
2803	Thazin Mon1	HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSFORMATION OF MUDON TOWNSHIP	This research explores the historical development and transformation of Mudon Township, now known as Mudon, focusing on its geographical, cultural, and administrative evolution. The historical trajectory of Zayar Township reveals a dynamic interplay between local traditions and external influences. Originally part of the Mottama Thirty-Two Towns, Zayar's significance as a trade and administrative center was marred by repeated warfare, including conflicts with Ayutthaya and Myanmar rulers. The impact of the First Anglo-Myanmar War (1824-1826) led to significant demographic shifts, with British annexation introducing new administrative practices and infrastructure. The construction of the Mawlamyine-Kyaikkhami road in 1833 and subsequent migration from various regions revitalized the township. By the mid-19th century, Zayar, rebranded as Mudon, emerged as a key administrative and agricultural hub, benefiting from both Mon migration and infrastructural improvements. The transformation from Zayar to Mudon reflects broader trends of adaptation and resilience in response to external pressures and internal changes. This aim of this research is to investigate the historical development and transformation of Mudon Township. By examining the historical and socio-political factors that have influenced Mudon Township, this research seeks to enhance our understanding of the region�s resilience and adaptability amidst external pressures and internal shifts. Additionally, it offers insights into broader historical trends impacting southeastern Myanmar.	2026
2804	Myint Myint Moe1	THE TRADITIONS AND CUSTOMS OF TWIN-YOE TWIN-ZARS IN YENANCHAUNG TOWNSHIP	This paper describes the Traditions and Customs of Twin-Yoe -Twin-zars in Yenanchaung Township. They became a distinct social class during the reign of king Badon in Konbaung Period. In Late Konbaung Period. The oil industry has been existed in Yenangyaung since the days of Bagan Period. Along with the emergence of the industry, there also came to appear a distinguished class of the people, by the names of �Twin-Yoe� and �Twin-zar�. Concerning with the appearance of these people, all records through the ages pointed and used since Bagan Period. The present paper presented all the affairs concerning with Twin-Yoe Twin-zars as much as possible, incorporating matters from the days of their emergence to the disappearance on 1 April 1965, where the nationalization of their industry occurred. In doing so, the paper is divided into, focusing their traditions and customs in Konbaung Period, colonial period and independence era. From this research project, it is expected that an identity of Yenanchaung has been partially revealed. It also to be concluded that further reliable documents will be searched for clear revelation to researchers.	2026
2805	Myat Noe Eain1	EMERGENCE OF TAMADAW GOVERNMENT IN 1962: ANALYZING HISTORICAL TRAJECTORIES AND LESSONS FOR PEACE	The 1962 military came to power in Myanmar marked a significant turning point in the country�s history, leading to decades of military rule. This paper aims to analyze the underlying reasons for taking power, examining the political, economic, and international factors that contributed to the military's decision to seize power. The analysis will be drawn on historical references and scholarly works to provide a comprehensive understanding of this significant historical event. This paper aims to explore the complex interplay of political and economic factors that led to the 1962 military power takeover in Myanmar. By examining the historical context and the motivations behind the power takeover, the study seeks to provide a comprehensive analysis of why the military seized power and how this action reshaped the country's future.	2026
2806	Thet Ko Win1	A PHILOSOPHICAL STUDY OF THE THREE NEW APPROACHES TO AESTHETICS*	This paper attempts to examine the role of the three new approaches to aesthetic study that extend the scope of aesthetics from artwork to broader realms such as nature and everyday life. The problem is, "Why are these three approaches important in aesthetics?" As to the research findings, aesthetic concepts, aesthetic experience, and aesthetic objects can provide a new vision of aesthetic study that can extend its scope to broader or better applicable realms, such as the natural, environmental, and everyday life of people. To achieve the aim of the research, the descriptive and evaluative methods are used. This paper is supposed to provide the proper knowledge of how the aesthetic concept, aesthetic experience, and aesthetic object contribute to a wide range of fields, from philosophy of art to design, architecture, urban design, digital technology, and environmental conservation. Its interdisciplinary impact makes aesthetic study a more valuable tool for improving both personal well-being and societal development.	2026
2807	U Win Oo1	THE ETHICAL ROLE OF PEACE IN MYANMAR SOCIETY	This paper is to examine the crucial role of peace within Myanmar society. It addresses the question: "Why ethical norms are essential for establishing a peaceful society?" The research highlights that Myanmar currently faces numerous challenges, including terrorism, human rights violations, economic inequality, religious intolerance, social injustice, and oppression of vulnerable groups. To foster peace, it is imperative for citizens to uphold and practice ethical principles such as justice, unity, mutual trust, non-violence, duty, responsibility, and equality. The study employs descriptive and evaluative methods to achieve its objectives, offering insights into the concept of peace and practical approaches for its implementation in Myanmar society.	2026
2808	Aye Su Han1, Yamin Aye2, Zin Nwe Myint3	FACTORS INFLUENCING THE LAND VALUES ALONG PYAY ROAD AND KABARAYE PAGODA ROAD IN YANGON CITY*	Yangon City is the commercial hub and currently inhibited by 10 percent of the total population of Myanmar (YCDC, 2022). The population growth rate of Yangon has increased due to rising job opportunities, which in turn led to a greater demand for housing. Accordingly, the government has extended the area of the city by establishing new towns around the city. As such roads connecting these new towns and Downtown of Yangon, as well as with port and airport, become important. Among major roads, the two roads, Pyay Road and Kabaraye Pagoda Road, become important and the land value along these roads become obviously higher as compared with other roads. Against this background, this study aims to examine the influencing factors on land value along these two roads. The main interests of this study are; in which parts of these two roads are highest in land value and what are the reasons of such high land value along these two roads. Both interviews and questionnaire surveys were conducted for data collection and analyzed using Factor Analysis and Relative Important Index (RII) (Sridhar, 2022). The measure of sampling adequacy was also used to test the inter correlations among the variables. The value of land along the study area is even higher than the average land value of Yangon City. The extremely higher land value inhibits further investment by the foreign enterprises and they move to other ASEAN countries as Vietnam, Thailand and Laos where the land value is relatively cheaper. In this way, the economy of the city can be encountered by the domino effect, the chain reaction of the events.	2026
2809	Zin May Oo1, Thet Hmoo Nwe 2, July Moe3	LAND USE AND LAND COVER CHANGE DETECTION USING REMOTE SENSING AND GIS TECHNIQUES: A CASE STUDY OF YEBYU TOWNSHIP IN DAWEI DISTRICT*	Remote sensing is one of the tools which is very important for the production of Land use and land cover maps through a process called image classification. For the image classification process to be successfully, several factors should be considered including availability of quality Landsat imagery and secondary data, a precise classification process and user�s experiences and expertise of the procedures. The objective of this research was to classify and map land-use/land-cover of the study area using remote sensing and Geospatial Information System (GIS) techniques. Nowadays, land use and land cover (LULC) changes due to both human beings and natural environment. Consequently, LULC changes impact on water resources such as forestry, water bodies, agriculture land, wetland, urbanization, industrialization and so on. The aim of this research is To classify and map land use and land cover changes in the study area using remote sensing and GIS, and to assess the accuracy and usefulness of the classification results. ArcGIS 10.4.1 has been used to analyze the images processing and classification. LULC conditions of this area for the time periods 2009 and 2023 have been considered and downloaded from Landsat ETM and Landsat 8 OLI satellites images. Maximum likelihood method has been conducted in supervised image classification technique. The ground truth data or reference points are used to classify the image classification applying Google Earth Pro. Moreover, water bodies, Dense vegetation (forest), light Vegetation (garden land), bare soil, settlement (Built-up), and agriculture land of six LULC classes are identified in this study. Bare soil, light Vegetation and settlement are significantly changed during two periods. Further, dense vegetation (forest) area was decreased to approximately 8.02 % between 2009 and 2023. However, the water bodies of this study area were decreased slightly. LULC by agriculture land was decreased between 2009 and 2023. The study area had an overall classification accuracy of 81.03% and kappa coefficient (K) of 0.67 in 2009 and an overall classification accuracy of 87.33% and kappa coefficient (K) of 0.72 in 2023 respectability. The results of this research paper can contribute effectively about LULC change detection and help decision makers to develop plan in this study area.	2026
2810	Nwe Yin Min1 , Swe Yi Khaing 2, Zin Mar Win3 , Zin Win Phyu 4	ASSESSMENT ON MARKETING CHAIN OF FISHERY PRODUCTS IN TAUNGGOKE TOWNSHIP	This paper evaluates the marketing chain of fishery products in Taunggoke Township, located in the southern part of Rakhine State, which benefits from its coastal location. Fishing is one of the primary economic activities in Myanmar, and local residents earn their livelihoods from this industry, with various fishery products from Taunggoke flowing to other regions of the country. Both fishermen and traders rely on fishery activities for their income. The main products produced in the area include dried fish, ngapi (fish paste), salted fish, shrimp, and crabs. The objectives of this paper are to examine types of fishery products produced in Taunggoke Township, to explore fishery product sent from Taunggoke Township, to investigate marketing chain and flow of fishery products in Taunggoke Township and to predict future prospect on fishery product production of Taunggoke Township. A situational analysis and SWOT analysis were conducted to assess fish production areas. This study utilized primary data collected through field observations, interviews, and semi-structured questionnaires.	2026

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