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Malaysia Apologizes to Indonesia Over Flag Blunder at SEA Games

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Mistake is latest in a series of embarrassing incidents, including the arrest of a bus driver ferrying the Myanmar women’s football team.

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The News For 21 August 2017

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Myanmar Retains Tough Clause in Communications Law Despite Calls for Repeal

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Under amendments, judges can release on bail those charged under telecoms law.

Can Myanmar’s Soccer Teams Win at SEA Games?

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By The Irrawaddy

The Irrawaddy discusses the chances of Myanmar’s soccer teams winning the 29th SEA Games in Malaysia.

This Week in Parliament (August 14-18)

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By The Irrawaddy

The Irrawaddy updates you on the week that was in the national legislature.

Breaking the Devil’s Silence: Sexual Violence in Myanmar

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By Aye Theri Kyaw

Aye Thiri Kyaw asks why sexual violence is so prevalent in Myanmar.

Analysis: Did Advisory Commission Remedy Rakhine State’s Conflict?

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Burma

By Moe Myint

As the mandate of the Kofi Annan-led delegation comes to an end, The Irrawaddy looks back on its recommendations and challenges.

The Tragedy and Hope of a Palace

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By Kyaw Phyo Tha

Locals fear for the future of a dilapidated but storied manor in northern Shan State.

NLD Ministers Corruption-Free, Says Commission

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Burma

By San Yamin Aung

Govt investigator hopes ‘situation can continue like this.’

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Protests Must Serve the Public Interest

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Breaking the Devil’s Silence: Sexual Violence in Myanmar

Aye Thiri Kyaw asks why sexual violence is so prevalent in Myanmar.

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The Empty Rhetoric of Unity

Amid ongoing conflict, Stella Naw calls for a national identity based on shared values and mutual respect.

Aung San Suu Kyi’s Free Press Dilemma

The image of Myanmar’s State Counselor among Western democrats as a democracy hero has been sullied.

Peace in Nagaland: Myanmar and India Both Have a Role to Play

Straddling the Myanmar-India border, the Naga face a battle for sovereignty on two fronts.

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Myanmar Retains Tough Clause in Communications Law Despite Calls for Repeal

Analysis: Did Advisory Commission Remedy Rakhine State’s Conflict?

NLD Ministers Corruption-Free, Says Commission

No Easy Way to Improve Myanmar’s Economy, Experts Say

The Irrawaddy Business Roundup (August 5)

Gem Traders Blame Smuggling on Tax Rate

Can Myanmar’s Soccer Teams Win at SEA Games?

Protests Must Serve the Public Interest

‘Power is a Dangerous Thing’

Breaking the Devil’s Silence: Sexual Violence in Myanmar

The Empty Rhetoric of Unity

Aung San Suu Kyi’s Free Press Dilemma

Insein Artists Exhibit Their Work

Ten Things to do in Yangon This Week (Aug. 15 – Aug. 21)

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The Amber Hub of Myitkyina

Kayah’s Disappearing Traditional Bamboo Guitars

Traditional Treats of a Karenni State Market

Critics Cry Foul as Joshua Wong and Other Young Hong Kong Democracy Leaders get Jail

Rights Groups Slam ‘Outrageous’ Indian Plan to Deport Rohingya

Asia’s Biggest Budget Airline Trains Crew to Spot Human Traffickers

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