Undercurrents: The Coronavirus Communications Crisis, and Justice in Myanmar

This episode considers the challenge of effective government communication during COVID-19, and explores the lessons for Myanmar of Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge tribunal.

Audio Updated 5 October 2020 Published 23 April 2020 43 minute listen

This week, Agnes speaks to Jordan Lim about the challenges facing governments and the media as they try to communicate effectively during the coronavirus pandemic. 

Then Ben discusses the prospect of justice for the Rohingya community with Sandra Smits. Sandra explains the ongoing international investigations into Myanmar’s treatment of their Rohingya minority population, and highlights the lessons that can be drawn from the Khmer Rouge Tribunal in Cambodia.