China's latest state visit shows that Myanmar remains central to Beijing's geopolitical game plan in terms of trade links, energy security and its ambitious Silk Road project.
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After Suu Kyi Intervention, Yangon Govt Works to Solve Landfill Fire
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The state counselor offered govt assistance as a fire in Yangon worsened, threatening public health.
India Death Penalty For Child Rape Unlikely to Deter Traffickers, Says Campaigner
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"There is a big gap between the rate with which this problem is expanding and our response to it," said Sunitha Krishnan.
ASEAN Summit to focus on Myanmar, S. China Sea but Little Progress Expected
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Southeast Asian leaders will focus on trade wars, the crisis in Myanmar and security tensions in the disputed South China Sea at a summit this weekend.
Leeds United to Visit Myanmar for Pre-Season Tour
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Leeds United will visit Myanmar despite an army crackdown and the British government's advice against traveling to some areas in the country.
Three More NLD Lawmakers to Be Reprimanded
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One Union Parliament member, two regional-level representatives in breach of party’s disciplinary, financial rules
Kachin Groups Urge UN to Refer Myanmar to ICC
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Ethnic Kachin communities at home and abroad are urging the UN Security Council to refer Myanmar to the ICC, citing the military's latest offensive in Kachin State.
Reuters Case Timeline
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The Irrawaddy looks back at the major developments in the case of Reuters reporters Ko Wa Lone and Ko Kyaw Soe Oo since their arrest on Dec. 12.
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Thai Court Orders Arrest of UK Labor Rights Activist
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Andy Hall said a Thai court ordered his arrest so that he is present when the Appeals Court announces its verdict on his conviction for defamation and computer crimes.
Tatmadaw Using Ceasefire to Gain Upper Hand, KNLA Deputy Chief Says
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New strategy needed to deal with army’s increasingly confrontational approach, Gen Baw Kyaw Heh says.
Rights Commission Warns Govt of Possible Rights Violations Against Reuters Whistleblower
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Police Cpt. Moe Yan Naing has been detained for over 120 days without family visits after being accused of passing secret documents to two reporters.
Indonesia Environment Minister Rebuffs Groups Who Want More Forest Preserved
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"Secondary forests are a secondary priority," the minister said.
Some US Allies Caught in Crossfire of Sanctions on Russian Arms
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US sanctions on Russian military exports have put the brakes on a $6 billion deal with India and may derail the arms purchases of other US allies in Asia.
N. Korean Leader Visits Chinese Embassy, Hospital After Fatal Bus Crash
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Kim Jong Un visited the Chinese Embassy in Pyongyang to express "deep sympathy" over a bus accident that killed 32 Chinese tourists, state media said.
After Suu Kyi Intervention, Yangon Govt Works to Solve Landfill Fire
Three More NLD Lawmakers to Be Reprimanded
Kachin Groups Urge UN to Refer Myanmar to ICC
Reuters Case Timeline
India Death Penalty For Child Rape Unlikely to Deter Traffickers, Says Campaigner
ASEAN Summit to focus on Myanmar, S. China Sea but Little Progress Expected
Thai Court Orders Arrest of UK Labor Rights Activist
Indonesia Environment Minister Rebuffs Groups Who Want More Forest Preserved