"The economy is in a state of collapse, leading the currency to weaken almost daily, and petrol queues can reach hundreds of metres or longer," says Jørn Middleborg, the chief executive of Bangkok's Thavibu Art Advisory, which works with several Myanmar artists. It highlights the dire economic conditions impacting the cultural community, which has largely scattered abroad, leaving those remaining in worsening conditions.
"Obviously, the artists are not able to show anything overtly political or anything slightly hinting at politics. All exhibitions are subject to censorship and government approval prior to being staged," underscores Jørn Middleborg regarding the stringent restrictions imposed on artists in Myanmar, reflecting the profound impact of the military junta on artistic expression.
The junta has cracked down on legal emigration, now requiring an elusive working passport instead of the more accessible visiting passport, driving many to dangerous illegal crossings,
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