Thursday, October 28, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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