Saturday, February 6, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Thousands Take to Streets of Myanmar to Protest Military Takeover

Posted: 06 Feb 2021 06:12 AM PST

Yangon, Mandalay and Naypyitaw all saw large but peaceful protests as police began moving onto the streets in force; Internet access cut off nationwide by 11 a.m.

Australian Adviser to Myanmar’s Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Detained

Posted: 06 Feb 2021 03:13 AM PST

Economic consultant Sean Turnell told Reuters he is in good condition but does not know what charges he faces.

Myanmar Copper Miners Join Anti-Coup Strike

Posted: 06 Feb 2021 02:53 AM PST

The civil disobedience movement has reached Sagaing Region's Chinese-backed copper mines.

Friday, February 5, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


UN Security Council Expresses ‘Deep Concern’ at Myanmar Coup, Calls for Release of Detainees

Posted: 05 Feb 2021 06:39 AM PST

UNSC members reach rare consensus on Myanmar as China, Russia endorse statement stressing need to uphold democratic institutions, human rights, freedoms and rule of law.

Thousands Join Peaceful Protests Against Myanmar Military

Posted: 05 Feb 2021 06:37 AM PST

The civil disobedience movement is gathering momentum with medical staff, academics and civil servants refusing to work under military rule.

Myanmar’s Veteran Student Leaders Demand Boycott of Myanmar Military Businesses

Posted: 05 Feb 2021 06:19 AM PST

Ko Min Ko Naing and Ko Jimmy of the 88 Generation Peace and Open Society say wider strikes against military rule are coming.

Myanmar has 134 More Political Prisoners Following Military Coup

Posted: 05 Feb 2021 04:52 AM PST

The location of most detainees remains unknown, according to the Assistance Association for Political Prisoners.

Myanmar President Moved from Official Residence, Suu Kyi in Good Health

Posted: 05 Feb 2021 04:28 AM PST

State Counselor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi is under house arrest in her Naypyitaw home.

NLD ‘Turncoat’ Criticized After Being Named to Myanmar Military Regime’s Cabinet

Posted: 05 Feb 2021 04:06 AM PST

Myanmar netizens denounce ex-NLD lawmaker and People's Pioneer Party founder Daw Thet Thet Khine's appointment as a union minister.

Anti-NLD Ethnic Politicians Picked by Military Regime for Governing Council

Posted: 05 Feb 2021 02:12 AM PST

The appointees include ANP member Daw Aye Nu Sein, who has been a vocal critic of the military over its conduct in Rakhine State; all are from rival parties to the NLD.

Biden Urges Myanmar Military To Relinquish Power and Free Detainees

Posted: 05 Feb 2021 01:47 AM PST

The new president says he is working with allies to restore democracy in Myanmar.

NLD Patron U Win Htein Arrested for Sedition After Condemning Coup

Posted: 04 Feb 2021 10:18 PM PST

The ailing confidant of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and longtime former political prisoner called for nonviolent public opposition to the military regime shortly after Monday's coup.

Kirin Scraps Joint Venture With Myanmar Military-Owned Firm After Coup

Posted: 04 Feb 2021 09:21 PM PST

Cutting ties with MEHL, the Japanese beverage giant said the Tatmadaw's takeover and detention of civilian leaders "are against our standards and human rights policy."

Thursday, February 4, 2021

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The Irrawaddy Magazine


Myanmar Military Charges Against Suu Kyi ‘Assault Rule of Law’

Posted: 04 Feb 2021 06:09 AM PST

Observers ask if the military can sue Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and President U Win Myint, what rights will ordinary citizens have?

Myanmar Lawmakers Denied Seats by Coup Hold Their Own Swearing-in Ceremony

Posted: 04 Feb 2021 04:39 AM PST

Some 70 NLD members of the Parliament that was abolished by the military coup have taken parliamentary oaths at a makeshift ceremony at their quarters in the capital.

Myanmar Social Media Users Slam China, Russia for Blocking UN Move to Condemn Coup

Posted: 04 Feb 2021 04:31 AM PST

The UN Security Council was unable to agree on a statement condemning the military coup when Moscow and Beijing stalled proceedings, prompting an online backlash.

Myanmar Health Ministry to Continue Vaccinations Despite Coup

Posted: 04 Feb 2021 03:34 AM PST

Millions more coronavirus vaccine doses are due to arrive from India.

Ceasefire Signatories Vow to Work with Myanmar Military Govt for Peace Process

Posted: 04 Feb 2021 01:36 AM PST

Despite condemning Monday's coup, armed groups who signed the National Ceasefire Agreement say they will stick with the peace process.

Myanmar Cardinal Calls for Release of Detained Leaders, Urges Calm After Coup

Posted: 04 Feb 2021 12:47 AM PST

The leader of the country's Catholics urged nations weighing sanctions to reflect, saying such measures risk 'throwing millions into poverty'.

Myanmar Military Govt Blocks Facebook as Civil Disobedience Support Grows Online

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 11:17 PM PST

The social media platform, which has been used to mount an online campaign of resistance to the military regime, is now only intermittently accessible in the country.

Wednesday, February 3, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Myanmar’s Legally-Elected Lawmakers Denounce Coup, Call for Release of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 07:54 AM PST

NLD lawmakers pledge loyalty to democracy and say they stand with the people in defiance of the coup.

Myanmar’s Coup Leaders Name a New Union Election Commission

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 07:23 AM PST

Hand-picked body will oversee a do-over vote to reverse the NLD's landslide victory in November.

Power Grab Brings Myanmar to Standstill

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 06:58 AM PST

The Tatmadaw's legal defense of its coup is flawed; if its aim is to convince the people it can govern over the next 12 months, history shows it is likely to fail.

Myanmar Coup Means Huge Losses for Thailand’s Border Trade

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 06:50 AM PST

Tighter inspection measures are expected to cost Thai businesses more than $1.5 million a day, and the losses could increase if Myanmar is subject to sanctions.

Myanmar’s Medics Launch Civil Disobedience Campaign Against Coup

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 06:46 AM PST

Hundreds of staff from more than 110 government hospitals and health departments have gone on strike against Myanmar's military.

China and West Differ Over Term for Myanmar’s Military Rule

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 06:01 AM PST

For the US and other G7 countries, it's a "coup" but China calls it a "major cabinet reshuffle".

Myanmar Military Govt Files Cases Against Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, President

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 04:31 AM PST

The State Counselor and President, who were remanded in custody until Feb. 15, are accused of illegally importing telecom equipment and breaking COVID laws, respectively.

NLD Demands Myanmar Military End ‘Unlawful’ Raids on Its Offices

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 04:19 AM PST

Since seizing power from the government on Monday, the military has raided NLD offices in states and regions across Myanmar, forcing entry and confiscating property.

Mobile Internet Connectivity Restored to Western Myanmar

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 03:56 AM PST

After about two years without 4G access, the authorities suddenly lifted an internet blackout in Rakhine State and Paletwa in Chin State soon after Monday's coup.

Parties Call on Myanmar Military to Accept Election Results

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 02:57 AM PST

Political parties unite in demanding the military accept the November 8 general election results.

Myanmar Military Give MPs 24 Hours to Leave Naypyitaw

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 02:34 AM PST

Parliamentarians in the capital have been told to go home by Thursday morning after the military coup dissolved the new parliament.

Sanctions Threat Already Having Chilling Effect on Business Activity in Myanmar

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 01:57 AM PST

Companies, especially foreign businesses, are putting investment plans on hold and some have suspended production in the wake of Monday's military coup.

Myanmar Military Regime Appoints Governing Body

Posted: 03 Feb 2021 12:40 AM PST

The 11-member State Administrative Council is led by Snr-Gen Min Aung Hlaing and includes seven generals and three civilians; councils also appointed for states/regions.

Tuesday, February 2, 2021

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The Irrawaddy Magazine


Myanmar Medics Prepare Civil Disobedience Against Military Rule

Posted: 02 Feb 2021 06:53 AM PST

Government hospital staff across the country are preparing to down tools to oppose the coup and call for the release of U Win Myint and Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.

Myanmar Coup Leader Says His Regime Will Focus on Election Probe, COVID-19

Posted: 02 Feb 2021 06:51 AM PST

Military chief Senior General Min Aung Hlaing said an individual 'known for fairness' would investigate the armed forces' claims of fraud in the Nov. 8 general election.

Military Tells Members of Myanmar’s Dissolved Parliament They Can Go Home

Posted: 02 Feb 2021 06:47 AM PST

They are awaiting final decisions from their respective parties before leaving Naypyitaw, however.

Will China Provide Cover for Myanmar’s Coup Makers?

Posted: 02 Feb 2021 06:37 AM PST

With Washington weighing tough sanctions and the Tatmadaw likely expecting support from Beijing, Myanmar is set become a diplomatic battleground for the two powers.

World Bank: Coup Threatens Myanmar’s Development Prospects

Posted: 02 Feb 2021 05:48 AM PST

Foreign firms are closing as businesses express concerns about the recovery and the security of their investments after the coup.

Many Myanmar Govt Ministers, NLD Leaders Still Detained After Coup

Posted: 02 Feb 2021 04:53 AM PST

From house arrest, Karen State Chief Minister tells the public it's not time to take to the streets.

Ceasefire Signatories KNU and RCSS Condemn Myanmar Coup

Posted: 02 Feb 2021 04:31 AM PST

Both armed groups said the military takeover hampers the democratic transition and shows bad faith in solving problems through talks.

Myanmar Military Appoints Ex-Generals, USDP Members to New Govt

Posted: 02 Feb 2021 12:31 AM PST

Along with current and ex-officers, the 11-member cabinet includes some losing USDP candidates from the Nov. 8 poll, and a few veterans of the U Thein Sein government.

US President Joe Biden Threatens New Sanctions on Myanmar After Coup

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 11:30 PM PST

The UN Security Council is due to meet Tuesday to discuss the international response to Monday's overthrow of the government.

Myanmar’s Ousted NLD Demands Military Free Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, President

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 11:03 PM PST

The party said Monday's coup violated the military's own Constitution and defied the sovereignty of the people.

The Day HG Wells Met Writers in Myanmar

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 05:30 PM PST

In 1939, a group of Burmese intellectuals hosted science fiction author HG Wells at the Rangoon University Boat Club to discuss the recent Revolution of 1300.

Monday, February 1, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


ASEAN Dusts Off Non-Interference Policy as Generals Grab Power in Myanmar

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 06:31 AM PST

While many governments around the world have condemned the military coup, some in Myanmar's neighborhood have been slower to take sides.

Myanmar’s Health Minister Resigns After Military Takeover

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 04:48 AM PST

Dr. Myint Htwe was leading efforts to control coronavirus and vaccinate the nation.

Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Urges Myanmar People to Resist Coup

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 04:21 AM PST

In a message apparently prepared ahead of time and posted online, the detained State Counselor condemned the military's attempt to reimpose dictatorship.

Political Stability in Myanmar Key for Asean: Thai Observers

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 03:28 AM PST

Thailand was shocked to hear of Myanmar's coup. Thailand's generals have retained power since their coup in 2014.

After Coup, Myanmar Military Says It Will Hold New Election

Posted: 01 Feb 2021 01:08 AM PST

The military will implement emergency measures before holding a new vote and handing power to the winner, the commander-in-chief said after a security council meeting.

Myanmar Military Seizes Power

Posted: 31 Jan 2021 07:46 PM PST

A state of emergency has been declared in Myanmar; Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and other leaders have been arrested and the government's powers transferred to the military.

Sunday, January 31, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Myanmar Military Arrests National Leader Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, President U Win Myint

Posted: 31 Jan 2021 04:51 PM PST

The arrests came just hours before the scheduled opening of the new, NLD-dominated Parliament; party spokesman says military may try to force official handover of power.