Tuesday, July 30, 2019

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


H1N1 Death Toll Inches Up

Posted: 30 Jul 2019 05:55 AM PDT

Of 81 deaths related to H1N1 flu infections so far this year, 65 of them were due to complications of preexisting health issues. Once again, Yangon lead the count.

More than 20 Village Administrators in N. Shan Quit to Protest Leader’s Arrest

Posted: 30 Jul 2019 05:16 AM PDT

The army detained Sai Sai Tin Cho, a village chief in Kyaukme Township, for collecting money for an armed group; locals say they're caught between rebels and military.

NLD Parliamentarians Unbothered by Military Absence in Charter Amendment Debate

Posted: 30 Jul 2019 05:03 AM PDT

"If [they] join the debate, I am afraid we will have to debate for a long time," an Upper House lawmaker said. "One stage of the process may finish quickly and smoothly."

Shan State Residents, Civil Groups Call for Transparent, Green Energy Policy

Posted: 30 Jul 2019 03:20 AM PDT

Open letter urges Union, state officials to use caution when tapping foreign investment and to ensure local input into decision-making.

In the NLD’s Cabinets, a High Rate of Turnover

Posted: 30 Jul 2019 02:50 AM PDT

The Irrawaddy's infographics illustrate the nearly 20 ministerial changes that have taken place at all levels since the party came to power in 2016.

India, Myanmar Strengthen Military Ties

Posted: 30 Jul 2019 01:47 AM PDT

During a 9-day trip to India, Sen-Gen Min Aung Hlaing signed an MOU in New Delhi with an eye toward strengthening Myanmar's military capabilities.

Chinese Tourism in Myanmar Growing, While Industry Still Adapts

Posted: 29 Jul 2019 11:05 PM PDT

With Chinese tourism in Myanmar up, the local travel industry must contend with zero-budget Chinese travel packages and a lack of local Mandarin speakers, sources say.

Hong Kong Protesters Disrupt Train Services, Cause Commuter Chaos

Posted: 29 Jul 2019 10:55 PM PDT

Activists blocked train doors during the early-morning rush hour, halting service and forcing hundreds to stream out of stations in search of alternative transport.

Pray and Protect: Faith Saves Forests of Cambodia

Posted: 29 Jul 2019 10:14 PM PDT

A dozen or so monks manage a project hailed as a model for conservation in a nation with one of the world's fastest rates of deforestation.

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