Monday, January 25, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Chinese Firm Opens Assessment Tender for Strategic Deep-Sea Port in Western Myanmar

Posted: 25 Jan 2021 06:17 AM PST

Studies on the way on possible environmental and social impacts by Kyaukphyu port project that will give China access to the Indian Ocean.

The US Voted for Change; When Will Myanmar Truly Be Able to Do the Same?

Posted: 25 Jan 2021 05:30 AM PST

In Myanmar, Joe Biden's rapid steps to move the US on from the turbulent Trump era only serve to remind us of how deeply entrenched the legacy of military rule remains.

Myanmar’s Daw Aung San Suu Kyi to Keep State Counselor Position, NLD Says

Posted: 25 Jan 2021 04:56 AM PST

The ruling party has yet to identify its candidates for the presidency and the leadership positions in the state and regional governments.

Myanmar Military Sues Rakhine Media over Theft Allegations

Posted: 25 Jan 2021 02:53 AM PST

Development Media Group in Sittwe has been targeted by the military before for reporting on the conflict with the Arakan Army.

Myanmar Military Rolls Out Red Carpet for Russian Defense Minister

Posted: 24 Jan 2021 10:56 PM PST

Sergey Shoigu's visit to Naypyitaw sends a signal that Moscow's role in modernizing Myanmar's military is set to deepen.