L.A. Times - Asia: Myanmar or Burma? Debate over nation's name persists

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Myanmar or Burma? Debate over nation's name persists Dec 24th 2012, 00:00 Despite its obscurity abroad, the term Myanmar will probably prevail over Burma in the tug of words over the Southeast Asian nation's name. YANGON, Myanmar — It was a subtle, but effective, way for critics to rankle the brutal generals running the country during the darkest days of global isolation: Call the nation Burma rather than Myanmar. The message: We don't believe your rule is legitimate. Media files: 16x9

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