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After Standing Up to Myanmar Military, What Next for ASEAN? Posted: 29 Oct 2021 06:30 PM PDT ASEAN realized that accepting the junta would alienate the bloc in the eyes of the world; its next challenge is to ensure it remains unified amid the US-China rivalry. The post After Standing Up to Myanmar Military, What Next for ASEAN? appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

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• Grudges and Military Oppression: Key Themes in Modern Myanmar’s Legal History
• Myanmar Junta Jails NLD Patron for 20 Years for High Treason
• Myanmar Civilian Government Forms Military Command Structure
• Myanmar Junta Forces Again Use Civilians as Human Shields
• Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Condemns Myanmar Junta Gag Orders on Her Lawyers
• Another 25 Myanmar Junta Soldiers Killed in Upcountry Clashes

Grudges and Military Oppression: Key Themes in Modern Myanmar’s Legal History Posted: 29 Oct 2021 07:11 AM PDT Almost all of the high-profile cases since independence have involved persecution by the military, or the trial of someone trying to kill a military dictator. The post Grudges and Military Oppression: Key Themes in Modern Myanmar's Legal History appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Myanmar Junta Jails NLD Patron for 20 Years for High Treason Posted: 29 Oct 2021 06:24 AM PDT The 80-year-old U Win Htein of the National League for Democracy is the first member of the party to receive a lengthy jail term. The post Myanmar Junta Jails NLD Patron for 20 Years for High Treason appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Myanmar Civilian Government Forms Military Command Structure Posted: 29 Oct 2021 05:58 AM PDT The NUG is looking to coordinate between the People's Defense Forces and ethnic armed groups to take on the junta. The post Myanmar Civilian Government Forms Military Command Structure appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Myanmar Junta Forces Again Use Civilians as Human Shields Posted: 29 Oct 2021 05:52 AM PDT Blindfolded and tied together with a rope, detained villagers were forced to march in front of a military column in a village in Pekon Township, Shan State. The post Myanmar Junta Forces Again Use Civilians as Human Shields appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Condemns Myanmar Junta Gag Orders on Her Lawyers Posted: 29 Oct 2021 04:49 AM PDT The detained State Counselor's legal team have been barred from speaking to the media, which legal experts describe as a violation of the right to an open trial. The post Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Condemns Myanmar Junta Gag Orders on Her Lawyers appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Another 25 Myanmar Junta Soldiers Killed in Upcountry Clashes Posted: 29 Oct 2021 03:15 AM PDT After 60 regime troops were killed on Wednesday in Kawlin Township, Sagaing Region, civilian resistance groups say that another 25 soldiers also died in Kawlin the next day. The post Another 25 Myanmar Junta Soldiers Killed in Upcountry Clashes appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

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• Myanmar Junta Losing Diplomatic Battles: NUG Foreign Minister
• New UN Special Envoy to Myanmar Faces Uphill Task in Dealing With Junta
• Mandalay Office of Myanmar’s Ousted NLD Bombed
• Karen National Union Slammed Over Claims it Acknowledged Junta Ceasefire Anniversary Event
• 40 Myanmar Junta Troops Killed in Upcountry Clashes
• Indian Company Drops Plan to Develop Myanmar Military-Owned Port

Myanmar Junta Losing Diplomatic Battles: NUG Foreign Minister Posted: 28 Oct 2021 07:24 AM PDT The National Unity Government's foreign minister, Daw Zin Mar Aung, tells The Irrawaddy that the junta is increasingly diplomatically isolated. The post Myanmar Junta Losing Diplomatic Battles: NUG Foreign Minister appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

New UN Special Envoy to Myanmar Faces Uphill Task in Dealing With Junta Posted: 28 Oct 2021 05:10 AM PDT Local politicians and analysts tell The Irrawaddy that the new UN envoy must be allowed to visit the country and engage in dialogue with all stakeholders. The post New UN Special Envoy to Myanmar Faces Uphill Task in Dealing With Junta appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Mandalay Office of Myanmar’s Ousted NLD Bombed Posted: 28 Oct 2021 03:58 AM PDT Local residents reportedly saw junta troops entering the sealed office building before the twin blasts, which occurred during curfew hours. The post Mandalay Office of Myanmar's Ousted NLD Bombed appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Karen National Union Slammed Over Claims it Acknowledged Junta Ceasefire Anniversary Event Posted: 28 Oct 2021 03:44 AM PDT Myanmar's junta this month marked six years since the National Ceasefire Agreement was signed and there is confusion about whether the KNU's chief sent his greetings.  The post Karen National Union Slammed Over Claims it Acknowledged Junta Ceasefire Anniversary Event appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

40 Myanmar Junta Troops Killed in Upcountry Clashes Posted: 28 Oct 2021 01:43 AM PDT Civilian resistance fighters attacked regime forces in early morning raids in Sagaing Region. The post 40 Myanmar Junta Troops Killed in Upcountry Clashes appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Indian Company Drops Plan to Develop Myanmar Military-Owned Port Posted: 28 Oct 2021 12:58 AM PDT Adani Ports' decision to exit its investment in Myanmar follows criticism of its payments to an internationally sanctioned military conglomerate. The post Indian Company Drops Plan to Develop Myanmar Military-Owned Port appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

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• ASEAN Leaders Voice Disappointment at Myanmar Junta as Summit Proceeds Without It
• Thousands More Villagers Flee Myanmar Junta Raids
• ASEAN Parliamentarians Call For Recognition of Myanmar’s Civilian Government
• Myanmar’s Civilian Government Asks Thailand for Cross-Border Humanitarian Aid
• Civilians Arrested by Myanmar Regime After Bomb Attack
• Veteran Arms Dealer Continues to Supply Myanmar Junta
• Local Official Shot Dead in Myanmar Capital
• Summit Snub a Setback for Myanmar Junta but Its Eyes Are on China, Not ASEAN

ASEAN Leaders Voice Disappointment at Myanmar Junta as Summit Proceeds Without It Posted: 27 Oct 2021 06:58 AM PDT Member countries urged the regime to implement the bloc's five-point consensus on Myanmar, as several leaders backed chair Brunei's decision to exclude Min Aung Hlaing. The post ASEAN Leaders Voice Disappointment at Myanmar Junta as Summit Proceeds Without It appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Thousands More Villagers Flee Myanmar Junta Raids Posted: 27 Oct 2021 05:13 AM PDT Regime soldiers respond with artillery as civilian resistance continues across the country. The post Thousands More Villagers Flee Myanmar Junta Raids appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

ASEAN Parliamentarians Call For Recognition of Myanmar’s Civilian Government Posted: 27 Oct 2021 04:34 AM PDT MP's from ASEAN countries call for further sanctions on the military regime, saying the junta is not interested in dialogue. The post ASEAN Parliamentarians Call For Recognition of Myanmar's Civilian Government appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Myanmar’s Civilian Government Asks Thailand for Cross-Border Humanitarian Aid Posted: 27 Oct 2021 04:14 AM PDT Thailand and the US have reportedly been in talks to provide health care to refugees from Myanmar. The post Myanmar's Civilian Government Asks Thailand for Cross-Border Humanitarian Aid appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Civilians Arrested by Myanmar Regime After Bomb Attack Posted: 27 Oct 2021 02:53 AM PDT Around 25 people were detained by junta forces in Meiktila following a bomb blast that took place after a pro-regime rally. The post Civilians Arrested by Myanmar Regime After Bomb Attack appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Veteran Arms Dealer Continues to Supply Myanmar Junta Posted: 27 Oct 2021 02:29 AM PDT Dr. Naing Htut Aung has been involved in numerous weapons deals over many years. The post Veteran Arms Dealer Continues to Supply Myanmar Junta appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Local Official Shot Dead in Myanmar Capital Posted: 27 Oct 2021 01:32 AM PDT The junta-appointed administrator is the first official to be killed in Naypyitaw since the coup. The post Local Official Shot Dead in Myanmar Capital appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Summit Snub a Setback for Myanmar Junta but Its Eyes Are on China, Not ASEAN Posted: 27 Oct 2021 12:03 AM PDT The generals know well that China has the means and the will to intervene on behalf of its substantial interests in Myanmar—not to mention a long history of doing so. The post Summit Snub a Setback for Myanmar Junta but Its Eyes Are on China, Not ASEAN appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

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• Suu Kyi Testifies Against Myanmar Junta’s Incitement Charges
• ASEAN Acknowledges Illegality of Myanmar’s Military Coup
• Myanmar Regime’s Gagging of Suu Kyi Lawyers Against the Law
• 1,000 Flee Myanmar Junta Artillery Strikes
• Veteran Diplomat Noeleen Heyzer Appointed UN Special Envoy to Myanmar
• Myanmar Regime Shuns ASEAN Summit, Citing Limited Participation
• Thai Foreign Policy at a Low Point, Experts Say

Suu Kyi Testifies Against Myanmar Junta’s Incitement Charges Posted: 26 Oct 2021 06:12 AM PDT No details were revealed about State Counselor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi's court appearance because of gagging orders on her legal team. The post Suu Kyi Testifies Against Myanmar Junta's Incitement Charges appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

ASEAN Acknowledges Illegality of Myanmar’s Military Coup Posted: 26 Oct 2021 04:58 AM PDT With its rightful occupant currently detained by the junta, Myanmar's seat at the ASEAN Summit is empty. The post ASEAN Acknowledges Illegality of Myanmar's Military Coup appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Myanmar Regime’s Gagging of Suu Kyi Lawyers Against the Law Posted: 26 Oct 2021 04:35 AM PDT Legal advisor U Khin Maung Myint tells The Irrawaddy that preventing the detained State Counselor's lawyers from speaking to the media is an attack on the rule of law. The post Myanmar Regime's Gagging of Suu Kyi Lawyers Against the Law appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

1,000 Flee Myanmar Junta Artillery Strikes Posted: 26 Oct 2021 03:49 AM PDT Women and children killed and injured after regime forces bombard the town of Mobye in southern Shan State. The post 1,000 Flee Myanmar Junta Artillery Strikes appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Veteran Diplomat Noeleen Heyzer Appointed UN Special Envoy to Myanmar Posted: 26 Oct 2021 12:25 AM PDT The Singaporean is a former UN under-secretary-general who has enjoyed good relations with both the previous military regime and the National League for Democracy. The post Veteran Diplomat Noeleen Heyzer Appointed UN Special Envoy to Myanmar appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Myanmar Regime Shuns ASEAN Summit, Citing Limited Participation Posted: 25 Oct 2021 11:17 PM PDT The country will not be represented at the meeting, as the junta has refused to send a 'nonpolitical' official in place of Min Aung Hlaing, who has been shunned by the bloc. The post Myanmar Regime Shuns ASEAN Summit, Citing Limited Participation appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Thai Foreign Policy at a Low Point, Experts Say Posted: 25 Oct 2021 06:30 PM PDT Webinar panelists say the Myanmar crisis could give Bangkok an opportunity to rejuvenate its diplomatic presence. The post Thai Foreign Policy at a Low Point, Experts Say appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

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• Myanmar Must Turn Sorrow into Strength: Wife of Detained Activist
• Junta Forces Suffer Heavy Losses in Weekend Resistance Attacks Across Myanmar
• Myanmar Junta Supporters Hold Rallies in Military-Dominated Cities
• Myanmar Activist Ko Jimmy in Critical Condition After Arrest by Junta
• Myanmar Junta Bars Another Suu Kyi Lawyer From Talking to Media
• Myanmar Military Regime Lashes Out at ASEAN After Summit Snub
• QUAD Regional Bloc May Hold Key to Myanmar Crisis

Myanmar Must Turn Sorrow into Strength: Wife of Detained Activist Posted: 25 Oct 2021 04:54 AM PDT Ko Jimmy was arrested by junta forces over the weekend and his wife, Daw Nilar Thein, says people must continue to fight the regime. The post Myanmar Must Turn Sorrow into Strength: Wife of Detained Activist appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Junta Forces Suffer Heavy Losses in Weekend Resistance Attacks Across Myanmar Posted: 25 Oct 2021 04:34 AM PDT The civilian People's Defense Forces claim to have killed more than 50 regime soldiers, although the death toll cannot be verified. The post Junta Forces Suffer Heavy Losses in Weekend Resistance Attacks Across Myanmar appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Myanmar Junta Supporters Hold Rallies in Military-Dominated Cities Posted: 25 Oct 2021 04:08 AM PDT Hundreds of pro-regime supporters marched in the capital Naypyitaw and other towns with a strong military presence for the first time since February. The post Myanmar Junta Supporters Hold Rallies in Military-Dominated Cities appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Myanmar Activist Ko Jimmy in Critical Condition After Arrest by Junta Posted: 25 Oct 2021 03:56 AM PDT The high-profile anti-regime figure has been in critical condition since junta troops raided his Yangon hideout on Saturday, his wife Ma Nilar Thein said. The post Myanmar Activist Ko Jimmy in Critical Condition After Arrest by Junta appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Myanmar Junta Bars Another Suu Kyi Lawyer From Talking to Media Posted: 25 Oct 2021 01:43 AM PDT U Kyi Win is the fifth member of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi's legal team to be targeted with a gagging order. The post Myanmar Junta Bars Another Suu Kyi Lawyer From Talking to Media appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Myanmar Military Regime Lashes Out at ASEAN After Summit Snub Posted: 25 Oct 2021 12:17 AM PDT Stung by its leader's exclusion from ASEAN's upcoming meeting, the junta said the bloc has abandoned its principles of consensus and noninterference. The post Myanmar Military Regime Lashes Out at ASEAN After Summit Snub appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

QUAD Regional Bloc May Hold Key to Myanmar Crisis Posted: 24 Oct 2021 06:30 PM PDT The four-nation alliance includes India and Japan, who maintain good relationships with both the Myanmar military and the NLD. The post QUAD Regional Bloc May Hold Key to Myanmar Crisis appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

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Myanmar’s Junta Seizes Veteran Student Leader Posted: 24 Oct 2021 06:21 AM PDT Ko Jimmy of the '88 Generation Students has been hunted since February for his anti-regime activism.  The post Myanmar’s Junta Seizes Veteran Student Leader appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

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Time for ASEAN to Give Myanmar’s Opposition a Seat at the Table Posted: 22 Oct 2021 06:30 PM PDT The regional bloc should invite representation both from the National Unity Government and the military regime. The post Time for ASEAN to Give Myanmar's Opposition a Seat at the Table appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

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• US, Singapore Discuss Ways to Cut Myanmar Junta’s Overseas Financial Lifelines
• Myanmar Junta Chief’s Exclusion From ASEAN Summit a Huge Blow to Regime
• Junta Troops Killed Across Myanmar in Resistance Ambushes
• US Vows to Work With ASEAN Partners to Support People of Myanmar
• Myanmar’s Junta Has No Diplomatic Cards to Play

US, Singapore Discuss Ways to Cut Myanmar Junta’s Overseas Financial Lifelines Posted: 22 Oct 2021 04:46 AM PDT The city state has become a preferred location for military-linked companies and individuals to park their assets. The post US, Singapore Discuss Ways to Cut Myanmar Junta's Overseas Financial Lifelines appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Myanmar Junta Chief’s Exclusion From ASEAN Summit a Huge Blow to Regime Posted: 22 Oct 2021 04:41 AM PDT Daw Moe Thuzar tells The Irrawaddy that the military regime faces being blamed constantly for its actions by regional bloc. The post Myanmar Junta Chief's Exclusion From ASEAN Summit a Huge Blow to Regime appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Junta Troops Killed Across Myanmar in Resistance Ambushes Posted: 22 Oct 2021 03:08 AM PDT Heavy regime casualties were reported in Kayah State and Bago and Mandalay regions. The post Junta Troops Killed Across Myanmar in Resistance Ambushes appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

US Vows to Work With ASEAN Partners to Support People of Myanmar Posted: 22 Oct 2021 02:54 AM PDT The crisis in the country has been the main item on the agenda during a tour of the region by a State Department delegation led by Derek Chollet. The post US Vows to Work With ASEAN Partners to Support People of Myanmar appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

Myanmar’s Junta Has No Diplomatic Cards to Play Posted: 21 Oct 2021 06:30 PM PDT ASEAN's refusal to be manipulated by the military regime leaves the junta isolated and threatens its internal cohesion.  The post Myanmar's Junta Has No Diplomatic Cards to Play appeared first on The Irrawaddy.

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