Tuesday, December 3, 2019

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


From a War Zone to a Classroom: Teachers at Mon Schools Preserve Their Heritage

Posted: 03 Dec 2019 06:13 AM PST

Mon national schools are vital to preserving Mon language and culture, but as teachers are underpaid and schools struggle for funds, the future is uncertain.

Myanmar Military Chief Eyes Tea, Coffee Production in Ethnic Militia Area

Posted: 03 Dec 2019 06:01 AM PST

Myanmar army chief Sen-Gen Min Aung Hlaing has visited the Pa-O Self-Administered Zone to discuss setting up a tea and coffee production hub with the local community.

Myanmar Military Returns Base Near Thai Border to Mon National Liberation Army

Posted: 03 Dec 2019 04:59 AM PST

The Myanmar army has withdrawn from an MNLA base in the Three Pagodas Pass seized on Nov. 27, but talks are ongoing over a smaller outpost also occupied by the Tatmadaw.

Myanmar’s Ant-Graft Body Sues Land Management Official for Corruption

Posted: 03 Dec 2019 04:36 AM PST

Myanmar's Anti-Corruption Commission has sued an agriculture official in Mon State for demanding bribes from farmers attempting to regain farmland abandoned by the military.

Myanmar Called on to Protect 140-Year-Old Cultural Heritage Site From Tourist Damage

Posted: 03 Dec 2019 03:37 AM PST

The World Monument Fund has called on the Mandalay government to protect the Shwe Nan Daw Kyaung Monastery from rampaging visitors.

Suspected Grenade Blast Near Indonesia’s Presidential Palace Hurts Two

Posted: 02 Dec 2019 09:34 PM PST

Suspected smoke grenade detonates near Indonesia's Presidential Palace, injuring two military personnel.

Hong Kong Leader Says US Law Will Hurt Business Confidence, Vows Economic Relief

Posted: 02 Dec 2019 09:19 PM PST

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam says relief measures to be introduced in near-term, while slamming US law supporting protesters.