Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 07/17/2026

The Irrawaddy — Myanmar Joins China’s AI Club, Dependency on China’s Power Grid, and More

DAILY BRIEFING Friday, July 17, 2026 News Opinion Burmese Donate The Irrawaddy Myanmar Joins China’s AI Club, Dependency on China’s Power Grid, and More This week was all about the fine line between soft and hard power as China summoned dependents to an AI conference and sponsored the MNDAA’s administration in Kokang. Continue Reading Support Press Freedom Independent journalism needs your support. Help us hold power to account. Donate Now Facebook · Twitter · Website © 2026 The Irrawaddy · Chiang Mai, Thailand Unsubscribe · Update preferences · Forward to a friend