In New Charm Offensive, Myanmar’s Military Chief Shows Political Skills
Is Sen-Gen Min Aung Hlaing’s display of religious tolerance pre-election maneuvering, or should the military’s calls for national unity be cause for optimism?
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Myanmar’s Karen Activists Challenge ‘Martyr’ Protest Charges
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Three Karen activists say they will fight illegal gathering charges after unregistered Karen Martyrs’ Day commemoration in Yangon.
Myanmar Military Proposes Charter Change to Ban Ministers with Foreign Spouses, Children
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Critics say draft bill seeks to keep Daw Aung San Suu Kyi out of govt if NLD wins another term in next year’s election; proposal covers Union ministers, chief ministers.
Japanese Firm Joins Consortium for Yangon Station Redevelopment
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Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation is replacing an ailing Chinese firm in the giant Yangon Central Railway Station redevelopment.
Violence in Rakhine Escalates on Eve of Myanmar Peace Talks
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The Myanmar army deployed helicopters in clashes with the Arakan Army in Rakhine State on Monday; an AA spokesperson warned this will cause fighting to intensify.
Myanmar Organic Poultry Farm Boss Named UN Sustainability Pioneer
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A Yangon-based poultry farmer has been picked out by the United Nations as one of 10 entrepreneurs offering a model for sustainable development.
Presence of Myanmar Military Officials Raises Hopes of Progress at Peace Talks
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The Northern Alliance members meeting with government peace negotiators in Kengtung had requested that officials with military decision-making authority attend the talks.
Wild Elephants Destroy Crops, Home in Myanmar’s Irrawaddy Region
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A herd of wild elephants trampled crops and homes in Ngapudaw Township, Irrawaddy Region Monday. Experts say incidents like this are linked to declining elephant habitats.
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