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This chapter discusses why there is no optimal solution for reducing child soldiering, and then analyzes the feasibility of resolving this issue through a “second best” solution, that is, “transnational public–private partnership”. Then, this chapter analyzes the current situation of transnational public–private partnership in Myanmar.
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Chen, K. (2014). Transnational Public–Private Partnership: A “Second Best” Solution for Reducing Child Soldiering. In: Comparative Study of Child Soldiering on Myanmar-China Border. SpringerBriefs in Criminology. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-4560-02-3_7
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