‘I Don’t Think the West Understands Myanmar’
The Irrawaddy speaks to veteran Thai journalist Kavi Chongkittavorn about the key issues facing Myanmar, and its ties with Thailand, ASEAN and the West.
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Anti-Corruption Commission Rejects Request to Probe Yangon Govt Losses
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The commission said a probe would be premature as the government and auditor general were still following up on the audit findings; reaction from lawyers and lawmakers was mixed.
Yangon Gov’t Demands Apology from Eleven Media
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City yet to fully comply with order from President’s Office to have Press Council mediate its dispute against three journalists
MoMo, the Hardest-Working Elephant in Show Biz, Turns 65
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Thousands turn out as Yangon Zoo throws jumbo-sized birthday bash
Villagers in Shan State Petition Govt to Cancel Coal Mine Plans
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Locals say about 600 of them signed a letter opposing the mine's development, which they fear will pollute their streams and farms.
Investment Commission Racks Up Hong Kong Investment Interest in Myanmar
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Myanmar is keen to see a rise in responsible and quality investments from Hong Kong as part of their plan to raise $200 billion in foreign investments over the next 20 years.
Durga Puja Brings Brief Burst of Joy to Hindu Refugees in Bangladesh
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With the help of local authorities, the refugees said this year's religious festivities were bigger and brighter than in years past.
EU’s Revoking of Preferential Trade Status Won’t Affect Investment: DICA
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Though 70 percent of Myanmar’s garment exports go to the EU, investors in the industry are mostly Asian, so revoking the GSP won’t affect foreign investment, according to DICA.
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The Need for Stress Management in Myanmar
A day before World Mental Health Day, the AAPP’s Bo Kyi writes of the importance that individuals are taught to manage stress, especially given Myanmar’s recent political histo
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Right to Information and the Need for Reform
We call on the govt to address two major issues, the lack of respect for the right to information and the continued existence of unjust and undemocratic
Trust Building – The Only Solution to ‘Trust Deficit Disorder’
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Anti-Corruption Commission Rejects Request to Probe Yangon Govt Losses
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