Beat me to it.
Yeah, it is dead. On the other side, who really wants to do business with us?
And back to Musk and Burma. There are one or two sanctiouns in place. From AI.
The US government has imposed sanctions on Myanmar, most recently in response to the 2021 military coup. These sanctions target individuals and entities involved in the coup, as well as those who support the military regime. The sanctions also include restrictions on trade and investment with Myanmar.
Key aspects of the US sanctions on Myanmar:
Executive Order 14014:
This order, issued in 2021, was the basis for the new sanctions regime following the coup.
Targeted Sanctions:
The sanctions target individuals and entities linked to the military regime, including leaders, officials, and businesses.
Asset Freezes:
The sanctions freeze assets of designated individuals and entities in the US.
Trade Restrictions:
The US has imposed restrictions on trade and investment with Myanmar, including restrictions on exports of goods and services.
Recent Sanctions:
In January 2024, the US government announced sanctions on individuals and entities linked to the military regime, three years after the coup.
Ongoing Actions:
The US continues to issue business advisories and expand sanctions, particularly targeting those supporting the regime's violence and repression.
Impact of the sanctions:
Reduced access to financial resources:
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The sanctions aim to limit the military regime's access to funds and other resources it can use to sustain its power and commit atrocities.
Pressure on the regime:
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The sanctions are intended to put pressure on the military regime to end its human rights abuses and engage in a peaceful political transition.
Support for the Burmese people:
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The US government has stated its commitment to supporting the Burmese people in their pursuit of freedom and democracy.
Examples of recent sanctions:
Myanma Oil and Gas Enterprise (MOGE):
The US has prohibited financial services to MOGE, a state-owned oil and gas company that is a key source of revenue for the military regime.
Jet fuel suppliers:
The US has sanctioned additional jet fuel suppliers in Myanmar, further limiting the regime's access to resources.
Warlord and militia linked to cyber scams:
In May 2025, the US imposed sanctions on a Myanmar warlord, his two sons, and the militia he leads, for facilitating cyber scams, human trafficking, and cross-border smuggling.
For more detailed information, you can consult the following resources:
Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC): The website of OFAC (.gov) provides information on the Burma Sanctions Regulations and related actions.
U.S. Department of State: The website of the U.S. Department of State provides information on the Burma sanctions program.
Global Sanctions: Global Sanctions provides a summary of US sanctions on Myanmar.