Saw Mutu Say Poe Calls for Inclusive Peace Negotiations
In their Union Peace Conference address, the KNU criticizes ‘hastily-made political negotiations’ and says peace not possible without NCA non-signatories.
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Court Charges Tailor Shop Owners Over Torturing, Enslaving Children
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Six family members who ran Ava tailor shop in downtown Rangoon face life sentences after abusing two girls for five years.
Philippine Military Seeks to Secure Troubled City as Fighting Eases
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Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte imposes martial law late on Mindanao to prevent the spread of extremism after rebels rampage through the city.
Use the Law to Protect Human Rights and the Environment from Irresponsible Investment
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Burma’s recently enacted investment law brings new opportunities for activists and lawyers to tackle human rights abuses, writes Daniel Aguirre.
President U Htin Kyaw Pardons the Commander Who Once Jailed Him
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Burma’s President grants amnesty to ex-religious affairs minister U Hsan Hsint, along with 258 prisoners, to commemorate the Union Peace Conference.
Union Peace Conference Opens to Military Critique of Ethnic Demands
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Burma Army chief Snr-Gen Min Aung Hlaing describes the demands of some ethnic armed groups as ‘far beyond the federal system.’
U Zaw Htay: Peace Process Does ‘Not Necessarily’ Rely on China
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As the Union Peace Conference kicks off, govt spokesperson says he regrets UNFC absence but asserts that all groups will have their say.
More Than 250 Prisoners Released Under Amnesty
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Burma’s President U Htin Kyaw orders the release of 259 prisoners, including interfaith activists, students, and a former religion minister.
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