Over 5,000 factory workers marched in protest near a Yangon industrial zone Sunday to demand higher wages as the government prepares to set the new minimum wage.
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No ‘Genocidal Intent’ in Security Operations in Rakhine State, Myanmar Commission Says
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The Independent Commission of Enquiry has declared that security operations in Rakhine in 2017 did not have ‘genocidal intent’, but admits that ‘war crimes’ took place.
Blaze Burns Mandalay Mall, Myanmar Police Sue Shop Owner
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Police are suing the owner of a shoe shop in a Mandalay mall for ‘poor electrical safety’ after a fire burned through the mall and caused over 1 billion kyats in damage.
Chinese President’s Claim That Beijing Not Arming EAOs Met With Skepticism in Myanmar
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Political observers in Myanmar doubt President Xi Jinping’s claim that China is not arming ethnic armed organizations based near the northern border.
Britain's Prince Harry Says ‘No Other Option’ But To Step Back
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Prince Harry says he had hoped to continue public service without funding, but now believes he and Meghan Markle have no option but to step back from official duties.
Rap and Rice Paddies: Thai Hip-Hop Creates Unlikely New Stars
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The rising popularity of hip-hop in Thailand has created stars that have drawn the attention of major music industry players.
World's Richest 2,000 People Own More Than Poorest 4.6 Billion Combined: Oxfam
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Some 2,150 billionaires have more money than the world’s poorest 4.6 billion people, while women work 12.5 billion hours a day unpaid, a new report from Oxfam says.
What Will Xi Jinping’s Visit Mean for Myanmar’s Future?
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The Irrawaddy talks with China analyst Ma Khin Khin Kyaw Kyee from ISP Myanmar and political analyst U Than Soe Naing about the impact of the Chinese president’s visit.
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Myanmar, China Sign Dozens of Deals on BRI Projects, Cooperation During Xi’s Visit
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China and Myanmar capped President Xi Jinping’s two-day visit by signing 33 agreements, including many to advance Beijing’s BRI projects in the country.
What Will 2020 Mean for Myanmar’s Democracy?
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The Irrawaddy talks with writer U Kyaw Win and member of Parliament Ma Zin Mar Aung about the challenges facing Myanmar in 2020, from the Constitution to the election.
Rebel Groups Told to Unite to Save Myanmar’s Peace Process
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Gen. Yawd Serk, the leader of an ethnic Shan armed group, urged his counterparts to compromise on demands to enable April's peace summit to take place.Â
Singapore Festival 2020 is Back With a Palace Garden Party
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The celebration of Singapore in Myanmar is coming back to Yangon, featuring music, art and culinary collaborations at the Chin Tsong Palace on Feb. 1-2.
Popular Shan Party Warns Chinese Projects Without Local Consent Risk More Conflicts
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Shortly before Xi Jinping's arrival in Myanmar, the SNLD warns Myanmar and China that pushing development projects without public approval in Shan State would be harmful.
Myanmar Activists Refused Yangon Embassy Protest During Xi Visit
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Yangon police have told activists that any protest at the Chinese Embassy during Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit would harm bilateral relations.
No ‘Genocidal Intent’ in Security Operations in Rakhine State, Myanmar Commission Says
Blaze Burns Mandalay Mall, Myanmar Police Sue Shop Owner
Chinese President’s Claim That Beijing Not Arming EAOs Met With Skepticism in Myanmar
What Will Xi Jinping’s Visit Mean for Myanmar’s Future?
Chinese President’s Claim That Beijing Not Arming EAOs Met With Skepticism in Myanmar
Rap and Rice Paddies: Thai Hip-Hop Creates Unlikely New Stars
What Will Xi Jinping’s Visit Mean for Myanmar’s Future?
Myanmar, China Sign Dozens of Deals on BRI Projects, Cooperation During Xi’s Visit
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