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Burma
Following an investigation into his dealings in sugar supplies, the President’s Office dismissed U Yan Naing Tun from his position as director-general of the Trade Department.
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Features
Court and police procedure questioned in defamation case against Myanmar Now editor brought by follower of ultranationalist monk U Wirathu
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In Person
"If they want to destroy our land [Rakhine State], we should destroy their [the Bamars’] land. If they offer peace, we will welcome it as warmly as we can," said Tun Myat Naing.
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Burma
China Railway Eryuan Engineering pitches 38km rail project, which the company would fund, to Yangon regional lawmakers
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Analysis
Players and experts in a variety of business fields spoke to The Irrawaddy on their predictions for Myanmar’s economy in 2019, with more positive than negative views overall.
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News
Following a negotiation team restructure, the KNU is likely to rejoin formal peace talks following months of hiatus.
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Dateline
This week, The Irrawaddy discusses the possible effects of the armed group’s deadly Jan. 4 attacks on both the domestic and regional security situations.
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Commentary
Analyst Joe Kumbun speculates that through China’s influence on the Tatmadaw, the BRI is helping the State Counselor achieve her political goals.
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Burma
Lawmakers, activists and ethnic representatives hope for progress in 2019, but the events of recent years temper their expectations with caution
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Commentary
In this pre-election year, defenders of democracy must remain vigilant against any development that could disrupt preparations for the 2020 vote.
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News
Many of ex-spy chief Gen. Khin Nyunt’s victims have forgiven him; by lavishing him with respect, Yangon Chief Minister U Phyo Min Thein goes too far.
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Dateline
The Irrawaddy discusses the prospects for peace and prosperity for Myanmar in 2019 and the lessons to learn from the past year.
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Specials
A look back on the most popular stories published by The Irrawaddy during 2018.
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Burma
Supporters of the Arakan Army had previously used social media to accuse U Khin Than Maung of leaking information to the Myanmar Army.
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Specials
The Irrawaddy profiles the individuals and issues that shaped headlines in 2018, for better or worse.
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