The analysis of nighttime light (NTL) satellite imagery can provide a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of Myanmar’s development trajectory and ongoing challenges, particularly post-2021. NTL data has proven to be an invaluable tool in highlighting the intricate interplay between economic activities, urbanization, and socio-economic conditions. The significant decline in NTL intensity post-2021 at all administrative levels and categories corroborates the severe economic downturn and regression in both urban and rural development. The NTL decline is also reflective of reduced access to affordable and reliable electricity, exacerbating socio-economic inequalities and human well-being, especially in conflict-affected areas.
The conflict in Myanmar, coupled with the resulting socio-economic crisis, is rapidly deteriorating the country’s human capital. Widespread poverty, diminishing livelihoods, and rising costs have
The analysis of nighttime light (NTL) satellite imagery can provide a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of Myanmar’s development trajectory and ongoing challenges, particularly post-2021. NTL
The contraction of household incomes since the onset of the pandemic and the political crisis shows no sign of recovery. Respondents of the People’s Pulse
This comprehensive report delves into the intricate dynamics of Myanmar’s food and agriculture systems, offering a meticulous analysis of their transformation amidst the challenges posed
