Friday, July 10, 2020

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Mired in Inequality and Laid Low by the Virus, the US Offers Little to Emulate

Posted: 10 Jul 2020 05:44 AM PDT

When Americans go to the polls in November, reason and democratic ideals must prevail so the wounds inflicted by the disastrous Trump administration can begin to heal.

Int’l Passenger Flights Likely Banned Until October: Myanmar Vice-President

Posted: 10 Jul 2020 03:40 AM PDT

Vice-President Henry Van Thio said Myanmar may join "travel bubbles" with countries that have contained COVID-19 but said international flights may not resume until October.

Nation Building in Myanmar an ‘Ongoing Process’: Outgoing EU Ambassador

Posted: 10 Jul 2020 02:39 AM PDT

Outgoing EU envoy Kristian Schmidt praised Myanmar people's willingness to sacrifice for democracy and conceded the Rohingya issue dominates Western views of the country.

Myanmar Issues COVID-19 Travel-Fit Certificates for Urgent Overseas Trips

Posted: 10 Jul 2020 02:30 AM PDT

Myanmar says government staff can now take coronavirus tests to prove they are fit to fly on vital trips.

Out of Work, Out of Options: Myanmar Migrant Workers in Thailand Scrape By During COVID-19

Posted: 10 Jul 2020 02:15 AM PDT

In Thailand, COVID-19 has left millions of migrant workers from Myanmar jobless, facing a daily struggle to get by with little income and few options.

Garbo Bar at Myanmar’s Melia Hotel Reopens With New Giant Burger Set

Posted: 10 Jul 2020 12:17 AM PDT

Want to get out and fill your stomach after months of eating at home, but looking to avoid crowded eateries? The Giant Burger at Melia Hotel's Garbo is a great option.

Cambodian Province Known for Angkor Wat Bans Dog Meat Business

Posted: 09 Jul 2020 09:50 PM PDT

The Cambodian province of Siem Reap has become the first in the country to ban the dog-meat trade, citing health risks.

Japan to Discuss Easing of Travel Ban With Myanmar, China, Others

Posted: 09 Jul 2020 09:48 PM PDT

The Japanese government is preparing to open talks with around 10 countries, including Myanmar, on easing COVID-19-related travel restrictions.

China’s Huawei Deepens Ties With Europe’s Top Telecom Firm: Reports

Posted: 09 Jul 2020 09:33 PM PDT

Despite US efforts to discourage cooperation with China's Huawei, Germany's Deutsche Telekom has deepened its ties with the tech giant, according to media reports.