Saturday, January 4, 2020

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Can Myanmar’s Police Force Be Reformed?

Posted: 03 Jan 2020 06:28 PM PST

The Irrawaddy talks to Hnin Hnin Hmwe of the Democratic Party for a New Society and advocate Kyee Myint about police reform and a recent blunder in the Victoria rape case.

Independence Monument—Symbol of Myanmar’s Sovereignty

Posted: 03 Jan 2020 06:16 PM PST

Today marks 72 years since the nation's first prime minister, U Nu, laid the foundation of Independence Monument, a landmark symbolizing national sovereignty.

Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Back for a Second Year

Posted: 03 Jan 2020 05:56 PM PST

A major book sale is returning to Yangon's Myanmar Expo Hall for a second year with organizers offering discounts of 90 percent.  

What’s in Store for Myanmar in 2020 and Beyond?

Posted: 03 Jan 2020 04:18 PM PST

In this election year, we must be honest about the scope of the challenges that Myanmar faces, but let's also continue to hope for progress toward peace and prosperity.