Kong Fuzi emphasized the importance of correct naming for successful affairs, a concept relevant to the ever-changing names of Myanmar and its entities, reflecting political shifts and historical contexts. From “Union of Burma” to “Republic of the Union of Myanmar”, official names have evolved, while place names like Rangoon becoming Yangon and Arakan State changing to Rakhine State reflect linguistic and historical revisions. Despite international recognition of the new names, some entities, like the US government, still use “Burma” in official documents, sparking tensions with Myanmar administrations.
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