CANBERRA/YANGON -- Before 1988, Myanmar (then known as Burma) did not feature prominently in comic strips, comic books and graphic novels. After the nationwide pro-democracy uprising that year, however, the situation suddenly changed. Assisted by the global campaign being waged against the military regime, Myanmar found a new place in popular culture.
These days, graphic novels in particular are influencing perceptions of the country and its government, by conveying images and views directly to an international audience.
