Myanmar's military junta has hired veteran political lobbyist Roger Stone, a known ally of former US President Donald Trump, to improve relations with Washington. Stone, working through the lobbying firm DCI Group, will reportedly earn $50,000 per month. The contract, signed last July for $3 million, aims to influence US policy regarding Myanmar's economy, natural resources, and humanitarian aid following the 2021 coup. AI
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RANK_REASON This is a significant political lobbying effort by a military junta to influence US policy. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]