Monday, February 1, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


ASEAN Dusts Off Non-Interference Policy as Generals Grab Power in Myanmar

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 06:31 AM PST

While many governments around the world have condemned the military coup, some in Myanmar's neighborhood have been slower to take sides.

Myanmar’s Health Minister Resigns After Military Takeover

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 04:48 AM PST

Dr. Myint Htwe was leading efforts to control coronavirus and vaccinate the nation.

Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Urges Myanmar People to Resist Coup

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 04:21 AM PST

In a message apparently prepared ahead of time and posted online, the detained State Counselor condemned the military's attempt to reimpose dictatorship.

Political Stability in Myanmar Key for Asean: Thai Observers

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 03:28 AM PST

Thailand was shocked to hear of Myanmar's coup. Thailand's generals have retained power since their coup in 2014.

After Coup, Myanmar Military Says It Will Hold New Election

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 01:08 AM PST

The military will implement emergency measures before holding a new vote and handing power to the winner, the commander-in-chief said after a security council meeting.

Myanmar Military Seizes Power

Posted: 31 Jan 2021 07:46 PM PST

A state of emergency has been declared in Myanmar; Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and other leaders have been arrested and the government's powers transferred to the military.