Ex-US chambers chief held in Myanmar after book criticising junta and US sanctions policy (opens original article in a new tab)

An American businessman was detained in Myanmar after returning to the country, linked to his book criticising the junta and US sanctions policy. The US State Department is aware of the detention but has not provided further details.

• Ex-US chambers chief Adam Castillo detained in Myanmar after returning to the country
• Castillo's book criticises Myanmar junta and US sanctions policy
• US State Department aware of detention but no further comment due to privacy concerns