Friday, May 24, 2019

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine

Civilianizing This Militarized Nation Could Take Another Three Decades

Posted: 24 May 2019 08:56 AM PDT

The country is only halfway toward the goal of full democracy that was envisioned in 1988.

Easter Bombing Suspect No Longer in Myanmar: President’s Office

Posted: 24 May 2019 07:27 AM PDT

After police arrested one man suspected of having connections to bombings in Sri Lanka, the Myanmar President's Office says the real suspect is not in Myanmar.

President Warns Officials that Reforms Require a Change of Mindset

Posted: 24 May 2019 06:19 AM PDT

President U Win Myint had strong words for government officials and public servants on the need to shake off old habits in order to make reforms at every level in Myanmar.

Groups Call for Demilitarization of Areas Near Shan IDP Camps

Posted: 24 May 2019 06:11 AM PDT

Displaced people at increased risk as Army, EAOs build up forces near the camps along the Thai border, advocacy groups say.

What Industry 4.0 Demands of Myanmar

Posted: 24 May 2019 05:36 AM PDT

Panelists at the German-Myanmar Industry 4.0 conference said the country can leap into "Industry 4.0" with improved electricity and education.

Mob Attacks Homes of Illegal Money Syndicate Operators in Mon State

Posted: 24 May 2019 05:30 AM PDT

Two people said to be responsible for running the syndicate which caused members to lose over $6.5 million have been arrested.

Military Seeks Second Defamation Suit Against Mandalay Monk

Posted: 24 May 2019 02:28 AM PDT

U Thawbita is facing more charges for his Facebook posts insulting the military and the commander-in-chief.

Military Detains Village Administrator for Extorting Money on Behalf of 2 Shan Groups

Posted: 24 May 2019 01:48 AM PDT

Tatmadaw says he collected funds for RCSS, SSPP; residents of village say he had no choice

1,300 Villages to Receive Solar-Generated Electricity in FY2019-20

Posted: 24 May 2019 12:20 AM PDT

Rural Development Dept, Ministry of Energy to supply off-grid villages in 5 regions under National Electrification Project

The Day Mandalay Was Born

Posted: 23 May 2019 10:23 PM PDT

On this day 160 years ago, King Mindon moved the royal capital from Amarapura to Mandalay.

India’s Modi Stuns Opposition with Huge Election Win

Posted: 23 May 2019 10:20 PM PDT

Modi's re-election reinforces a global trend of right-wing populists sweeping to victory, often after adopting harsh positions on protectionism, immigration and defense.

Let Hindus Build Their Temple at Razed Mosque Site, Some Indian Muslims Say

Posted: 23 May 2019 10:12 PM PDT

The site, believed to be where Lord Ram, a physical incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu, was born, was burnt down in 1992 causing riots that killed 2,000.

Warnings Over New Law to Protect Workers in Thai Fishing Industry

Posted: 23 May 2019 09:26 PM PDT

The Work in Fishing Convention has loopholes, is vague and will be difficult to implement, according to Thailand-based labor rights campaigners.

Brunei’s Sultan Returns Oxford Degree After Gay Sex Death Penalty Backlash

Posted: 23 May 2019 09:15 PM PDT

Celebrities and rights groups have been calling for a boycott of the sultan's businesses and some travel companies have stopped promoting Brunei as a destination.
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