Tuesday, December 1, 2020

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Myanmar Military Chief Promises to Ease Return of Kachin IDPs

Posted: 01 Dec 2020 05:57 PM PST

In a meeting with religious leader Rev. Dr. Hkalam Samson, Snr-Gen Min Aung Hlaing vowed to seek peace with the KIA and to clear landmines so that IDPs can return home. 

Myanmar Military Launches Review of Election After Proxy Party Cries Foul

Posted: 01 Dec 2020 04:45 AM PST

The Tatmadaw has called on the Union Election Commission to release documents related to voting in hundreds of constituencies where troops cast ballots.

Myanmar’s Military Refuses to Comment on Chief’s Retirement

Posted: 01 Dec 2020 04:28 AM PST

Senior General Min Aung Hlaing reaches retirement age next year but it is unknown if he will step down.

China Vows to Deepen Economic Cooperation, Open Markets to Myanmar

Posted: 01 Dec 2020 03:35 AM PST

The Chinese ambassador said the beginning of the NLD government's next term coincides with the launch of Beijing's new five-year plan, presenting economic opportunities.

Myanmar COVID-19 Cases Exceed 90,000

Posted: 01 Dec 2020 02:09 AM PST

Hundreds of medical staff among the coronavirus cases in Yangon, while many residents fail to comply with the stay-at-home orders.

‘Our Struggle Is Far From Over,’ Says Karen Recipient of ‘Environmental Hero’ Prize

Posted: 01 Dec 2020 01:48 AM PST

Karen environmentalist Saw Paul Sein Twa, winner of the 2020 Goldman Environmental Prize, talks to The Irrawaddy about the Salween Peace Park and his future plans.

Biden Taps ex-Fed Chair Yellen as 1st-Ever Woman Treasury Secretary

Posted: 30 Nov 2020 09:14 PM PST

US President-elect Joe Biden has tapped Janet Yellen, the ex-Fed chairwoman, to be the first woman secretary of the US Treasury.