MYANMAR
THE WAY TO DECENTRALIZATION AND FEDERALISM
By Upendranadh Choragudi
Mizzima-May

Amendments to Schedule 2 of 2008 Constitution – A Way Forward For Decentralization and Federal System
A widely held perspective, and what can be called the conventional understanding is that the debate on federalism in Myanmar is closely linked to the peace process and political dialogue. However, there is an increasing realization that addressing federalism ought to be a means to achieve peace and stability in the country.
Central to the debate is also Schedule 2 of the 2008 Constitution, which has in fact carved out some powers and responsibilities to the fledgling State and Regional governments. Many however feel this arrangement is not sufficient or adequate. From this vantage, Myanmar’s future in terms of achieving national reconciliation, peace, and stability critically hinges on the shaping of the State and Regional governments as foundational steps towards a federal system.
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First published in: Mizzima