Wednesday, November 10, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


How Myanmar Junta Chief Uses Richardson’s Visit to Boost His Image

Posted: 10 Nov 2021 05:29 AM PST

Coming on the heels of the general's humiliating ASEAN snub, the ex-US diplomat's visit gave Min Aung Hlaing's internal propaganda campaign a timely shot in the arm.

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Over 100 Myanmar Junta Troops Killed in Clashes

Posted: 10 Nov 2021 03:51 AM PST

A series of nationwide attacks by civilian resistance groups inflicted heavy casualties on regime forces.

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Civilians Killed by Myanmar Regime in Response to Ambush

Posted: 10 Nov 2021 02:45 AM PST

A People's Defense Force in Yangon successfully targeted a junta truck on the outskirts of the city. In retaliation troops detained and killed residents.

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Myanmar Junta to Stage Gem Fair in December

Posted: 10 Nov 2021 02:41 AM PST

The cash-strapped regime will hold its second emporium for precious stones this year in Naypyitaw in the hope of earning much-needed revenue.

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Detained NLD No. 2 to Testify as Defense Witness in Trial of Myanmar’s Suu Kyi

Posted: 10 Nov 2021 02:33 AM PST

A court hearing the State Counselor's trial for violating COVID-19 restrictions agreed to allow ousted Mandalay Chief Minister Dr. Zaw Myint Maung to testify in the case.

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On Myanmar’s Overturned Election

Posted: 10 Nov 2021 02:27 AM PST

One year after the 2020 general election, politicians and voters talk to The Irrawaddy about the regime's annulling of the election results and the disastrous impact of the military takeover.

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Myanmar Junta’s Shelling, Burning of Civilian Buildings Are War Crimes: Shadow Govt

Posted: 09 Nov 2021 11:05 PM PST

The National Unity Government says 520 homes, offices and religious buildings have been shelled or burned by regime forces in seven regions and states since Sept. 7.

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Thailand Cracks Down on Trafficking of Myanmar, Other Workers

Posted: 09 Nov 2021 10:12 PM PST

Smugglers are being targeted for arrest and asset seizure as Bangkok moves to rekindle existing agreements with neighboring countries to supply labor legally.

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Thailand Struggles With Myanmar Migrant Entry Dilemma

Posted: 09 Nov 2021 05:30 PM PST

The country is in need of workers as the economy opens up, but is concerned about the spread of COVID-19 and trafficking of migrants from Myanmar.

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