Tuesday, March 9, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Myanmar’s Anti-Regime Protests Go On Despite Crackdowns and Detentions

Posted: 09 Mar 2021 07:22 AM PST

More than 130 detentions were made during Monday night raids in Yangon and during crackdowns on anti-regime protests on Tuesday.

Another NLD Member Dies While Detained by Myanmar Junta Forces

Posted: 09 Mar 2021 06:27 AM PST

The leader of a vocational institute was arrested during a raid Monday night. His family learned of his death Tuesday.

Myanmar Media Groups Vow to Defy Junta’s Publishing Bans

Posted: 09 Mar 2021 05:27 AM PST

Five media groups have lost their publishing licenses after using terms like "regime" and "coup".

Italian Ammunition Used in Myanmar Police Assault on Ambulance Raises Questions

Posted: 09 Mar 2021 02:44 AM PST

Suppliers of arms (directly or indirectly) to Myanmar may deny dealing with the Tatmadaw, but the growing body of evidence will be used in claims for justice in the future.

Japan urges Myanmar Regime to Stop Violence and Free Detained Leaders

Posted: 09 Mar 2021 01:47 AM PST

Japan said its ambassador, Ichiro Maruyama, called for an end to violence, the release of detainees and the restoration of democracy.

Fear is the Glue That Holds Myanmar’s Military Together

Posted: 08 Mar 2021 11:11 PM PST

Military's long record of brutality guarantees exile, prison, or death if the generals give up the reins of power.

Thailand Ready to Accommodate Refugees From Myanmar Fleeing the Violent Unrest

Posted: 08 Mar 2021 10:06 PM PST

Myanmar security forces' intensified crackdown against anti-regime protesters nationwide has prompted Thailand to prepare for a possible influx of refugees.

Myanmar Regime Claims Australian Adviser Tried to Flee with Financial Information

Posted: 08 Mar 2021 09:47 PM PST

The whereabouts of detained Professor Sean Turnell, an adviser to Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, are unknown.

Can China be Myanmar’s Good Neighbor While Maintaining Its Non-interference Principle?

Posted: 08 Mar 2021 05:30 PM PST

By ignoring the voices of the people of Myanmar, China will eventually undermine its own economic interests in the country.