American Businessman Detained in Myanmar Over Coup Chronicle

Adam Castillo, an American businessman, was detained upon his return to Myanmar. Former head of the American Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar, Castillo authored a book on surviving the 2021 military coup. His visit aimed at promoting his book and engaging in discussions on U.S.-Myanmar relations.

Adam Castillo, an American businessman and author, was detained in Myanmar upon his return to the Southeast Asian country. Castillo, previously the head of the American Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar, had traveled to promote his book on the 2021 military coup.

The U.S. State Department acknowledged reports of his detention but refrained from further comment citing privacy concerns. Meanwhile, Myanmar's military-backed government said they had no information on the detention. Castillo's book, 'Finding Our Voice,' details life in Myanmar following the coup and critiques U.S. policies.

Castillo, also a former U.S. Marine, has been vocal about encouraging the U.S. to engage in peace negotiations with Myanmar, highlighting economic opportunities. The region remains in turmoil following the military coup that disrupted a brief democratic era under Aung San Suu Kyi.