Thursday, December 19, 2019

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Myanmar Police Slam Court for Freeing Suspect in Toddler Rape

Posted: 19 Dec 2019 05:45 AM PST

A police commander has broken the law by identifying the child rape victim and refuses to investigate two teenage boys whose father is a police officer.

Myanmar Govt to Develop Offshore Gas With Total, Woodside and Local Company

Posted: 19 Dec 2019 02:55 AM PST

Myanmar Oil and Gas Enterprise will work with domestic company MPRL E&P Co. and energy companies from Australia and France to produce gas from offshore reserves.

Legal Team Defended Myanmar to ‘Best of Their Ability’ at ICJ, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Says

Posted: 19 Dec 2019 12:20 AM PST

In a televised address, State Counselor says Myanmar's legal team at the ICJ defended the nation to the best of their ability and in the interests of peace and harmony.

Mines Explode in Rakhine State’s Manaung Township Ahead of Myanmar State Counselor’s Visit

Posted: 18 Dec 2019 10:55 PM PST

Three mines explode in Rakhine State's Manaung Township ahead of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi's visit to solar project in the area; no one hurt and event proceeds as planned.

Thousands Renew Protests in India Against Citizenship Law


Posted: 18 Dec 2019 09:57 PM PST

Protesters again take to the streets of Indian cities to rally against a new citizenship law seen as anti-Muslim; Karnataka state imposes curbs on public gatherings.

Climate Damage to Pakistan’s Cotton Crop Ripples Through Economy

Posted: 18 Dec 2019 09:44 PM PST

Another season of erratic weather blamed on climate change has further damaged Pakistan's cotton sector, with effects likely to be felt throughout the economy.