To break the COVID-19 blues, Myanmar’s government has extended tax exemptions and held talks with South Korea to boost bilateral trade.
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Sacrifices of September 1988 Not Forgotten as Myanmar’s Long March to Democracy Continues
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As Myanmar prepares for November’s general election, the 32nd anniversary of the bloody coup that brought the SLORC to power reminds us of what is at stake.
Myanmar’s COVID-19 Cases Approach 4,000 in Month
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The public’s cooperation has kept coronavirus cases to a manageable level, says one of Yangon’s medical chiefs.
Carter Center Launches Election Monitoring Mission in Myanmar
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Due to COVID-19 travel restrictions, monitoring and reporting by Myanmar citizens will be remotely overseen by international specialists.
Myanmar’s NLD Says Postponing November Election Would Lead to Chaos
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Ruling party says voting should go forward despite COVID-19 restrictions, as delaying it would mean postponing it to an uncertain future.
Thai PM Warns Rally Could Trigger 2nd Wave of Coronavirus Infections
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The Thai prime minister has called on protesters to call off plans for an anti-government rally on Saturday, saying it could lead to a rise in COVID-19 cases.
People’s Pioneer Party Stands by Nationalist Candidate in Myanmar’s Election
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The party's chairwoman says it has no intention to ditch a candidate who has been revealed to have nationalist sympathies.
Myanmar Military Offers More COVID-19 Quarantine Beds to Civilians
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The military’s spokesman, Major General Zaw Min Tun, tells The Irrawaddy that thousands of civilians could be quarantined on military land across Myanmar.
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UPDATE: Myanmar Reports 18 More COVID-19 Deaths, Taking Toll to 57
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A teenage girl and a 90-year-old man were among 18 new COVID-19 fatalities announced on Thursday; Myanmar has now reported 3,895 cases with 57 deaths.
Selected Civil Servants Get COVID-19 Tests in Myanmar’s Capital
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Those directly involved in the functioning of Naypyitaw’s ministries were tested as a priority.
Japan’s Neighbors Hope to Improve Ties as Suga Succeeds Abe as Prime Minister
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As Yoshihide Suga took over as prime minister of Japan, the governments of China, South Korea and Russia expressed a desire to improve ties.
India’s Coronavirus Cases Surpass 5 Million
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India has reported 1 million new COVID-19 cases in the past two weeks alone, taking its total past 5 million.
Myanmar Traders Brace for Another Hit as China Closes Key Customs Gate Due to COVID-19
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Trade on Myanmar’s border with China has ground to a halt and truckloads of goods are stranded after the Chinese town of Ruili closed its customs office due to COVID-19.
Myanmar Overtakes Thailand in COVID-19 Cases
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The rapid rise in coronavirus continues with deaths reaching 39 and calls for Yangon residents to be extra careful with preventative measures.
Myanmar’s COVID-19 Cases Approach 4,000 in Month
Carter Center Launches Election Monitoring Mission in Myanmar
People’s Pioneer Party Stands by Nationalist Candidate in Myanmar’s Election
Myanmar Military Offers More COVID-19 Quarantine Beds to Civilians
Thai PM Warns Rally Could Trigger 2nd Wave of Coronavirus Infections
Myanmar, S. Korea Pledge to Step Up Cooperation on Trade, Investment, Energy
Japan’s Neighbors Hope to Improve Ties as Suga Succeeds Abe as Prime Minister
India’s Coronavirus Cases Surpass 5 Million
47 Karenni Villages Asked to Pay $10K for Electricity Connection
US Firm Plans Beverage Packaging Plant in Rangoon
Malaysia to Release Satellite Data on Missing Jet
Participants Say They Were Tricked Into Joining USDP Rally
Forget Knocking on Doors: Open a Facebook Account—the New Way to Campaign in Myanmar Amid COVID-19
Myanmar’s Ruling Party Says Kayah State Chief Minister Removed Over ‘Personal Grudge’
Myanmar President Removes Kayah State Chief Minister From Office for Misusing Funds
NLD Chief Minister of Myanmar’s Kayah State Impeached