Myanmar has banned seven books with LGBTQ+ content, deeming them “obscene” and socially unacceptable, and plans to prosecute the publishers for distributing them without permission. LGBTQ+ individuals face discrimination in Myanmar, where gay sex is criminalized, and the military’s crackdown on dissent has exacerbated challenges for the community. Critics argue that the ban violates freedom of expression and reflects oppressive chauvinism, with one member noting the need for continued resistance against the military junta.
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