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• Flash Floods Kill Two, Intensify Suffering in Rohingya Camps
• Ignoring Ethnic Parties will Hurt NLD in 2020
• Kachin IDP Woman Found Dead in Apparent Murder
• AA Chief’s Brother, Several Arakanese Arrested in Singapore
• With Myanmar’s Internet Expansion, Cybercrimes Soar
• Justice for Toddler Rape Campaigner Bailed Out, Charged with Defamation
• Four Foreigners Detained for Militant Links in Malaysia
• US to Ease Chinese Tech Ban, but Uncertainty Remains
• Trump Spreads Twitter Trade War to India

Flash Floods Kill Two, Intensify Suffering in Rohingya Camps Posted: 10 Jul 2019 06:06 AM PDT Intense rains killed an elderly woman and a 5-year-old boy in the precarious refugee camps near the Myanmar-Bangladesh border, as the monsoon season begins.

Ignoring Ethnic Parties will Hurt NLD in 2020 Posted: 10 Jul 2019 05:48 AM PDT A reluctance to engage with or listen to the wishes of ethnic communities and political parties mean the NLD will be more contested than ever in the upcoming election.

Kachin IDP Woman Found Dead in Apparent Murder Posted: 10 Jul 2019 05:37 AM PDT A 51-year-old IDP was found dead on the floor of her northern Shan State home with bruises on her body and rope lying nearby. Locals want to know what happened.

AA Chief’s Brother, Several Arakanese Arrested in Singapore Posted: 10 Jul 2019 02:49 AM PDT Six Arakanese living in Singapore were arrested by police there this week—allegedly at the Myanmar government's request. Police also seized computers and cell phones.

With Myanmar’s Internet Expansion, Cybercrimes Soar Posted: 10 Jul 2019 02:21 AM PDT In 2015, when SIM cards became affordable and mobile networks more reliable, there were 50 reports of cybercrime. In 2018, there were 780.

Justice for Toddler Rape Campaigner Bailed Out, Charged with Defamation Posted: 10 Jul 2019 01:26 AM PDT A deputy director from the Ministry of Health was arrested and charged by police under the Electronic Transaction Law and released on K10M bail.

Four Foreigners Detained for Militant Links in Malaysia Posted: 09 Jul 2019 09:31 PM PDT Two of the four are said to be Rohingya men from Myanmar who are alleged to have provided support to the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army, Malaysian police say.

US to Ease Chinese Tech Ban, but Uncertainty Remains Posted: 09 Jul 2019 09:15 PM PDT US Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said licenses will be issues to do business where national security is not threatened. What the means remains opaque.

Trump Spreads Twitter Trade War to India Posted: 09 Jul 2019 09:03 PM PDT US President Donald Trump tweeted that India has "long had a field day" slapping tariffs on US goods. "No longer acceptable!" he wrote. Indian officials beg to differ.

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• Open Lawsuit Kept AA Leaders from Gov’t Peace Talks
• Ta’ang Community Accuses RCSS of Killing 2 Civilians
• Judge Promises Open, Independent Trial in Child Rape Case
• UK Commissioner in Bangladesh Stresses 3-Point Rohingya Return Plan
• Bangladeshi PM Slams US Congressman’s Proposal
• Nearly 90, Myanmar Painter Can’t Put Down the Brush
• Huawei and Smart Axiata Ready to Roll Out Cambodian 5G
• Extradition Bill Dead: Lam

Open Lawsuit Kept AA Leaders from Gov’t Peace Talks Posted: 09 Jul 2019 06:46 AM PDT Arakan Army leaders say they've known about counter-terrorism charges against them since April—the real reason peace talks have gone nowhere.

Ta’ang Community Accuses RCSS of Killing 2 Civilians Posted: 09 Jul 2019 03:57 AM PDT Community leaders and the relatives of a missing father and son say the two were killed by the Restoration Council of Shan State—a claim the armed group denies.

Judge Promises Open, Independent Trial in Child Rape Case Posted: 09 Jul 2019 01:49 AM PDT A Dekkhinathiri District judge assured people his court is under no outside pressure, and will rule in favor only of truth and justice to win the public's trust.

UK Commissioner in Bangladesh Stresses 3-Point Rohingya Return Plan Posted: 08 Jul 2019 11:28 PM PDT While international cooperation is necessary, so are criminal investigations, guaranteed citizenship and implementation of the Kofi Anon Commission's proposal, he said.

Bangladeshi PM Slams US Congressman’s Proposal Posted: 08 Jul 2019 11:08 PM PDT Bangladeshi PM Sheikh Hasina called a US Congressman's proposal to recognize Myanmar's Rakhine State as part of Bangladesh "reprehensible and unjust" on Monday.

Nearly 90, Myanmar Painter Can’t Put Down the Brush Posted: 08 Jul 2019 10:49 PM PDT U Thet Nyunt, one of Myanmar's most senior artists and the father of prominent 88 Generation Students leader Ko Min Ko Naing, died Tuesday morning. He was 93 years old.

Huawei and Smart Axiata Ready to Roll Out Cambodian 5G Posted: 08 Jul 2019 09:37 PM PDT A Smart Axiata spokesperson told reporters the technology is ready to be deployed in Cambodia's urban areas, once government licensure is in place.

Extradition Bill Dead: Lam Posted: 08 Jul 2019 09:18 PM PDT While the death of a controversial extradition bill is a major win for protestors, it remains to be seen if their other demands—resignations, investigations—are met.

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• Bagan Makes UNESCO List, but Challenges Remain
• Four Palaung in Military Detention Two Weeks and Counting
• Master Plan Prepared For Chinese-Backed Kachin Economic Zone: State Minister
• Shan in Karen State ‘Have Someone to Help Them’
• Homes Set Ablaze After Fighting in N. Rakhine
• Govt Accuses Opposition, Nationalists of Scaremongering on Issue of Adoption
• Two Dead in Rakhine Border Post Attack
• The Day an Earthquake Toppled Temples in Bagan
• Wife of China’s Meng, Former Interpol Chief, Sues Agency
• Hong Kong Police Arrest Six at Kowloon Protest

Bagan Makes UNESCO List, but Challenges Remain Posted: 08 Jul 2019 06:21 AM PDT After decades of failed attempts, stakeholders are overjoyed. But new hotels and management transparency issues mean challenges still lie ahead.

Four Palaung in Military Detention Two Weeks and Counting Posted: 08 Jul 2019 06:04 AM PDT Despite pleas from civil society organizations and the detainee's own parents, four Palaung youths in northern Shan State—two fresh out of the monkhood—remain in custody.

Master Plan Prepared For Chinese-Backed Kachin Economic Zone: State Minister Posted: 08 Jul 2019 04:13 AM PDT A feasibility study and deep discussions between Kachin State officials and a Chinese company are now underway, despite criticisms over a lack of transparency.

Shan in Karen State ‘Have Someone to Help Them’ Posted: 08 Jul 2019 03:23 AM PDT Ethnic Shan lawmaker launches bid to establish a Shan ethnic affairs minister constituency in the Karen legislature.

Homes Set Ablaze After Fighting in N. Rakhine Posted: 08 Jul 2019 01:38 AM PDT Amyet Taung residents, in Rakhine State's Rathedaung Township, have fled, accusing the Tatmadaw of burning down their homes—accusations the Tatmadaw denies.

Govt Accuses Opposition, Nationalists of Scaremongering on Issue of Adoption Posted: 08 Jul 2019 01:35 AM PDT USDP, others exploiting public's lack of knowledge of Children's Rights Law, claiming amendments will lead to citizenship for foreigners, President's Office says.

Two Dead in Rakhine Border Post Attack Posted: 08 Jul 2019 12:25 AM PDT An unknown group of assailants ambushed a security border post in northern Maungdaw Township Sunday, killing two. No one has yet claimed responsibility for the attack.

The Day an Earthquake Toppled Temples in Bagan Posted: 07 Jul 2019 10:29 PM PDT On this day in 1975, a strong earthquake shook the country's major tourist attraction, killing 2 and damaging hundreds of centuries-old pagodas.

Wife of China’s Meng, Former Interpol Chief, Sues Agency Posted: 07 Jul 2019 10:03 PM PDT In starting legal proceedings, she said Interpol failed to protect her and her family and is "complicit in the internationally wrongful acts of … China."

Hong Kong Police Arrest Six at Kowloon Protest Posted: 07 Jul 2019 09:46 PM PDT While protest organizers said 230,000 marched in a protest across a harbor from the Asian financial hub's CBD, police put the number at 56,000.

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The Day Myanmar Doctors Separated Conjoined Twins for the 1st Time Posted: 07 Jul 2019 01:23 AM PDT On this day in 1971, Ma Nan Soe and Ma Nan San were successfully separated at a Yangon hospital, marking a milestone in the history of Myanmar's medical profession.

The Bloody Day on the Rangoon University Campus Posted: 06 Jul 2019 07:17 PM PDT Fifty-seven years ago today, Ne Win issued a bloody crackdown on Rangoon student protests. The next day, he dynamited the Students' Union building.

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Needed Tensions Are Rising in Myanmar’s Parliament Posted: 05 Jul 2019 07:25 PM PDT This week, we talk about Parliament, the NLD's relationship with ethnic parties and the chances for constitutional change before and after the 2020 election.

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• Deputy Police Chief Defends Handling of Toddler Sexual Assault Case
• Public Figures Slam Military for In-Custody Deaths, Torture
• NLD Sees Rash of “Fake” Complaints
• Public Meeting on Chinese Copper Mine in Sagaing Ends in Shouting Match
• Fully-Equipped Military Column Conducts Clearance Ops in S. Rakhine
• Court to Decide on July 18 Whether Filmmaker Will Be Prosecuted
• Hong Kong Leader Seeks Meeting with Students After Mass Protests
• Vietnam Asks Firms to Use Local Materials as US Threatens Tariffs
• Scientists Urge Climate Protesters to Save Planet by Planting Trees

Deputy Police Chief Defends Handling of Toddler Sexual Assault Case Posted: 05 Jul 2019 07:04 AM PDT Victim, now 3, identified the suspect on CCTV footage, he says; more rallies planned for weekend as online campaigners express skepticism justice will be served

Public Figures Slam Military for In-Custody Deaths, Torture Posted: 05 Jul 2019 06:14 AM PDT Lawyers, lawmakers and activist are calling for justice and accountability as the toll of civilian deaths in military detention rises amid fighting in Rakhine State.

NLD Sees Rash of “Fake” Complaints Posted: 05 Jul 2019 05:09 AM PDT A Party spokesperson says most of the complaints are fabricated by party members seeking to gain an advantage in upcoming elections.

Public Meeting on Chinese Copper Mine in Sagaing Ends in Shouting Match Posted: 05 Jul 2019 04:59 AM PDT Locals walk out after refusing to accept regional govt's promises on environmental impact, citing loss of water, farms and livelihoods to existing projects.

Fully-Equipped Military Column Conducts Clearance Ops in S. Rakhine Posted: 05 Jul 2019 02:56 AM PDT Farmers in villages in and surrounding a naval base in the Kyaukphyu SEZ, in southern Rakhine State, have been ordered to cease paddy cultivation.

Court to Decide on July 18 Whether Filmmaker Will Be Prosecuted Posted: 05 Jul 2019 12:30 AM PDT U Min Htin Ko Ko Gyi is accused of insulting military in social media posts; the cancer patient has been denied bail and remains in detention.

Hong Kong Leader Seeks Meeting with Students After Mass Protests Posted: 04 Jul 2019 09:55 PM PDT At least one student union has turned down the offer, saying the city's leader requested a closed-door meeting. "The dialogue must be open to all," it said.

Vietnam Asks Firms to Use Local Materials as US Threatens Tariffs Posted: 04 Jul 2019 09:45 PM PDT The suggestion comes after US President Donald Trump said the US might slap a 456 percent increase on South Korean and Taiwanese steel processed in Vietnam.

Scientists Urge Climate Protesters to Save Planet by Planting Trees Posted: 04 Jul 2019 09:29 PM PDT Replanting trees in deforested areas the size of the US would capture two-thirds of man-made, planet-warming emissions, scientist in Kuala Lumpur said Thursday.

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• ‘Rakhine Life Matters’ Protesters Sought by Police in Sittwe
• Kayah Farmers Continue Military Protest, Now in Silence
• Yangon Timeout
• 12 More Chin Abductees Escaped AA Captors Last Month: Rights Group
• H1N1 Death Toll Reaches 26 Nationwide
• S. Korea Sacks Army Commander Over N. Korea Defector Boat
• Malaysia to Take Action Against School Over ‘Anti-Palm Oil Propaganda’
• India’s Parched Fields Yield Rich Crop of Women Cops

‘Rakhine Life Matters’ Protesters Sought by Police in Sittwe Posted: 04 Jul 2019 06:12 AM PDT Group staged a rally calling for peace and justice in a park in the Rakhine State capital following recent deaths of civilians in army custody amid torture allegations.

Kayah Farmers Continue Military Protest, Now in Silence Posted: 04 Jul 2019 04:54 AM PDT Farmers protested military land seizures in Demoso Township on Thursday. "It is undemocratic when [they] do not listen," said one—so they protested in silence instead.

Yangon Timeout Posted: 04 Jul 2019 04:08 AM PDT Magazine launches, wine tastings and Yangon's first-ever Spanish film festival make this a particularly good week to go out and enjoy the city. Just bring an umbrella.

12 More Chin Abductees Escaped AA Captors Last Month: Rights Group Posted: 04 Jul 2019 01:27 AM PDT They were among 54 villagers taken to Bangladesh border by AA in Feb.; armed group says it moved them for their own safety; escapees say one woman died while being held.

H1N1 Death Toll Reaches 26 Nationwide Posted: 04 Jul 2019 12:05 AM PDT Yangon reports most fatalities at 22; 114 confirmed cases throughout the country.

S. Korea Sacks Army Commander Over N. Korea Defector Boat Posted: 03 Jul 2019 10:17 PM PDT A fishing boat went undetected in South Korean waters for more than two days last month. South Korea's Defense Minister called it grave and unacceptable error.

Malaysia to Take Action Against School Over ‘Anti-Palm Oil Propaganda’ Posted: 03 Jul 2019 10:01 PM PDT The country has been increasingly vocal against criticism from Europe that the cultivation of the crop has resulted in deforestation and wildlife habitat destruction.

India’s Parched Fields Yield Rich Crop of Women Cops Posted: 03 Jul 2019 09:44 PM PDT In western India, where poor farm yields have fueled early marriage to supply fields with working couples, many young women are proudly turning to police work instead.

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• Consolidation of Prominent Kachin Parties Aspire to Form Coalition Govt in 2020
• Cement Factory Protestors Given 14 Months Imprisonment
• China-Backed Venture Proposes $800M Development Near Kyaukphyu Seaport
• Final Prosecution Witnesses in Trial of Fugitive Monk to Be Heard Next Week
• Suu Kyi’s Older Brother Still Disputing Inheritance Decision
• Villagers Accuse City of Seizing Water as Drought Parches ‘India’s Detroit’
• Millions of Small Pig Farmers in Asia Threatened by Swine Fever Outbreak
• UN Investigator Reports Possible Fresh War Crimes in Myanmar
• In Blow to Singapore’s Expansion, Malaysia Bans Sea Sand Exports

Consolidation of Prominent Kachin Parties Aspire to Form Coalition Govt in 2020 Posted: 03 Jul 2019 04:25 AM PDT The Kachin State People's Party is working to get other ethnic alliance parties on board for a coalition government focusing on better rights for Myanmar's ethnic population.

Cement Factory Protestors Given 14 Months Imprisonment Posted: 03 Jul 2019 02:43 AM PDT Four people from Aung Thabyay Village were handed 14-month prison sentences for their part in a cement factory protest in Patheigyi Township, Mandalay Region, on Tuesday.

China-Backed Venture Proposes $800M Development Near Kyaukphyu Seaport Posted: 03 Jul 2019 01:54 AM PDT Chinese partner has ties to controversial Myitkyina SEZ; Rakhine govt backs plan, but Arakanese lawmaker, rights group say public has not been consulted.

Final Prosecution Witnesses in Trial of Fugitive Monk to Be Heard Next Week Posted: 03 Jul 2019 01:46 AM PDT Senior clerical council will pass judgment on ultranationalist U Wirathu after his sedition trial ends, Yangon religious affairs official says.

Suu Kyi’s Older Brother Still Disputing Inheritance Decision Posted: 03 Jul 2019 12:05 AM PDT U Aung San Oo, State Counselor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi's older brother, has objected to his sister's application for a certified map of the family's Yangon property.

Villagers Accuse City of Seizing Water as Drought Parches ‘India’s Detroit’ Posted: 02 Jul 2019 10:43 PM PDT Tankers have been seen extracting thousands of liters of water and supplying it to companies and hotels in urban Chennai.

Millions of Small Pig Farmers in Asia Threatened by Swine Fever Outbreak Posted: 02 Jul 2019 10:05 PM PDT The incurable disease was first detected last August in China and has since spread thousands of kilometers to "vulnerable" subsistence farmers in neighboring countries.

UN Investigator Reports Possible Fresh War Crimes in Myanmar Posted: 02 Jul 2019 09:55 PM PDT The actions of both the Tatmadaw and the Arakan Army could amount to fresh war crimes, with reports of abductions and detentions of local residents in Rakhine and Chin states.

In Blow to Singapore’s Expansion, Malaysia Bans Sea Sand Exports Posted: 02 Jul 2019 09:33 PM PDT When Indonesia banned sand exports to Singapore in 2007, citing environmental concerns, it caused a "sand crisis" there that saw building activity almost come to a halt.

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