Monday, September 28, 2020

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Myanmar Health Official Warns of Political Campaign as COVID-19 Cases Exceed 10,000

Posted: 28 Sep 2020 06:01 AM PDT

The campaign for the November general election is endangering lives, according to a health ministry disease specialist as the coronavirus death toll reaches 226.

Leader of Myanmar’s Top Shan Party Resigns in Shock Announcement

Posted: 28 Sep 2020 05:02 AM PDT

Just weeks before the election, SNLD chairman Khun Htun Oo has announced his resignation; party leaders have declined to accept it as they ponder their next move.

Myanmar Govt Vows to ‘Build Back Better’ With Latest COVID-19 Recovery Plans

Posted: 28 Sep 2020 03:34 AM PDT

Minister U Thaung Tun said the government has put together a medium- to long-term economic recovery plan based on promoting investment in sustainable industries.

Bangladesh Deploys Troops on Myanmar’s Border

Posted: 28 Sep 2020 02:06 AM PDT

Bangladeshi deployments appear to be in response to increased activity by Myanmar's military along the border, saying it is cracking down on "terror" groups.

North Korea Accuses South of Intrusion in Search for National’s Body

Posted: 27 Sep 2020 10:07 PM PDT

Pyongyang has accused South Korea of intruding into its territory while searching for a man killed by N. Korean troops and warned of heightened tensions.