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• Myanmar’s Army Refuses Shan IDPs Access to Village Amid Ongoing Clashes
• NLD Constitutional Amendments Would Disrupt Democratic Transition: Military MPs
• Myanmar Journalist Detained by Karen Border Guard to Be Released
• US Man Charged in Cannabis Case Fled Myanmar for US on New Passport
• Korean Air Suspends Direct Flights Between Seoul, Yangon Due to Coronavirus
• South Korea Confirms 145 New Coronavirus Cases; Total Tops 5,700
• California Declares Emergency Over Coronavirus as Death Toll Rises in US

Myanmar’s Army Refuses Shan IDPs Access to Village Amid Ongoing Clashes Posted: 05 Mar 2020 06:22 AM PST Around 300 internally displaced people were turned away by Myanmar's military as they tried to reach their homes because clashes continue with the rebel RCSS.

NLD Constitutional Amendments Would Disrupt Democratic Transition: Military MPs Posted: 05 Mar 2020 03:57 AM PST Military MPs are united in condemnation of the National League for Democracy's attempts to amend the 2008 Constitution, ensuring the reforms will be rejected next week.

Myanmar Journalist Detained by Karen Border Guard to Be Released Posted: 05 Mar 2020 03:49 AM PST The military-backed Karen State Border Guard Force detained a journalist in Myawaddy on Wednesday and will release her Thursday evening.

US Man Charged in Cannabis Case Fled Myanmar for US on New Passport Posted: 05 Mar 2020 02:02 AM PST A US man facing 15 years in jail for allegedly running a marijuana plantation fled to the US last year while on bail after being issued a new passport by the US Embassy.

Korean Air Suspends Direct Flights Between Seoul, Yangon Due to Coronavirus Posted: 04 Mar 2020 10:55 PM PST Korean Air has suspended all flights between Seoul and Yangon until April 25 as the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread rapidly in South Korea.

South Korea Confirms 145 New Coronavirus Cases; Total Tops 5,700 Posted: 04 Mar 2020 09:16 PM PST The total number of cases of coronavirus in South Korea has passed 5,700; the worst-hit city, Daegu, is suffering from a shortage of hospital beds.

California Declares Emergency Over Coronavirus as Death Toll Rises in US Posted: 04 Mar 2020 09:00 PM PST The governor of California has declared a statewide emergency as the US state reported its first coronavirus death; the number of fatalities in the US has risen to 11.

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• Myanmar Parliament to Vote on Proposed Constitutional Amendments Next Week
• 11 Factories in Myanmar Close Due to Lack of Orders, Raw Materials
• Kachin State Inks Border Business Park Deal With China-Myanmar Joint Venture
• Parami Pizza Adjusts Well to Downtown Hotspot
• Myanmar Military Seizes US$64M of Drugs in Shan State
• The Day Myanmar’s First Steam Tram Began Operating in Yangon
• In Eastern Myanmar , the Karen Watch Over a Revolutionary Forest
• Myanmar Garment Factory Closes As COVID-19 Cuts Supplies
• Coronavirus Cases Top 90,000 Worldwide: WHO Chief
• As Myanmar Farmers Lose Land to Erosion, Sand Mining for Singapore Is Blamed
• Australian Stores Ration Toilet Paper Amid Coronavirus Panic Buying
• Global Supplier India Curbs Drug Exports as Coronavirus Fears Grow

Myanmar Parliament to Vote on Proposed Constitutional Amendments Next Week Posted: 04 Mar 2020 05:22 AM PST After nearly a week of tense debate, the Parliament Speaker announced that MPs will begin voting on March 10 on whether to accept proposed amendments to the Constitution.

11 Factories in Myanmar Close Due to Lack of Orders, Raw Materials Posted: 04 Mar 2020 05:20 AM PST Labor activists claim factories looking to break trade unions are exaggerating the impact of supply disruptions linked to the coronavirus in order to justify closures.

Kachin State Inks Border Business Park Deal With China-Myanmar Joint Venture Posted: 04 Mar 2020 04:26 AM PST Kachin State has signed an MOU to develop a border business park with a joint venture between a Chinese company and a firm linked to a government-allied Kachin militia.

Parami Pizza Adjusts Well to Downtown Hotspot Posted: 04 Mar 2020 03:31 AM PST Parami Pizza Downtown is serving up a storm on Strand Road with authentic Italian dishes and an intoxicating range of drinks.

Myanmar Military Seizes US$64M of Drugs in Shan State Posted: 04 Mar 2020 03:26 AM PST The military seized drugs, chemicals and equipment in northern Shan State's Kutkai Township, the constituency of the Union Parliament Speaker.

The Day Myanmar’s First Steam Tram Began Operating in Yangon Posted: 04 Mar 2020 03:23 AM PST On this day in 1884, the first steam tram took to the streets of Yangon, covering passengers in soot and embers, and ushering in a new era of modern transport in Myanmar.

In Eastern Myanmar , the Karen Watch Over a Revolutionary Forest Posted: 04 Mar 2020 02:33 AM PST Amid the world's longest-running ethnic insurgency, Karen people have initiated a conservation project that advances a vision for peace and self-determination.

Myanmar Garment Factory Closes As COVID-19 Cuts Supplies Posted: 04 Mar 2020 01:49 AM PST A garment factory in Ayeyarwady Region with a history of labor issues has closed and left 1,000 workers without jobs after the coronavirus outbreak cut off its supply chain.

Coronavirus Cases Top 90,000 Worldwide: WHO Chief Posted: 03 Mar 2020 09:49 PM PST The World Health Organization has announced that the number of coronavirus cases worldwide has passed 90,000, with 3,110 deaths.

As Myanmar Farmers Lose Land to Erosion, Sand Mining for Singapore Is Blamed Posted: 03 Mar 2020 09:48 PM PST Mon State farmers are losing land to erosion along the Salween River; they blame Singapore sand-mining firms, but the companies and the Myanmar government deny any link.

Australian Stores Ration Toilet Paper Amid Coronavirus Panic Buying Posted: 03 Mar 2020 08:47 PM PST Major grocery store chains in Australia have been forced to ration toilet paper after consumers panicking over the coronavirus began stocking up.

Global Supplier India Curbs Drug Exports as Coronavirus Fears Grow Posted: 03 Mar 2020 08:39 PM PST India, which is the world's largest supplier of generic drugs, has restricted exports of dozens of pharmaceuticals due to the coronavirus outbreak.

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• Police Arrest Chinese Suspects at Myanmar Beach over Thailand Murder
• Mandalay Court Collects US$227,000 for American’s Bail in Cannabis Plantation Case
• Fighting Continues in Shan State Between Myanmar Military and RCSS
• Myanmar Will Benefit From Deeper Ties With India
• Myanmar’s Ruling Party Sacks Media-Friendly Spokesman
• Wa Army Says It’s Willing to Work With Myanmar Govt to Hold Voting in Its Territory
• Myanmar Military Postpones Armed Forces Day Parade Over Coronavirus
• The Tragedy and Hope of a Palace
• Japan, South Korea Among Countries of ‘Greatest Concern’ for Virus: WHO
• Malaysia’s New PM Takes Office Amid Economic Challenges
• Indonesia Confirms First Cases of Coronavirus, Link to Japanese Visitor
• Bangladesh Police Kill Seven Suspected Rohingya Robbers in Raid

Police Arrest Chinese Suspects at Myanmar Beach over Thailand Murder Posted: 03 Mar 2020 05:47 AM PST Two of four Chinese suspects wanted for a murder in Thailand have been arrested at an Ayeyarwady Region beach resort, according to Myanmar's police.

Mandalay Court Collects US$227,000 for American’s Bail in Cannabis Plantation Case Posted: 03 Mar 2020 05:22 AM PST A bondsman has paid a Mandalay court US$227,000 to cover the bail for a US citizen who failed to appear in court in an alleged marijuana plantation case.

Fighting Continues in Shan State Between Myanmar Military and RCSS Posted: 03 Mar 2020 05:04 AM PST Fighting in Mong Kai and Keysi, Shan State has continued despite the ethnic armed group's efforts to deescalate the situation.

Myanmar Will Benefit From Deeper Ties With India Posted: 03 Mar 2020 04:49 AM PST As China's influence grows, Myanmar would do well to seek stronger contributions from India to the country's development, democratic transition and military capacity.

Myanmar’s Ruling Party Sacks Media-Friendly Spokesman Posted: 03 Mar 2020 03:40 AM PST The NLD has sacked its respected spokesman, leaving one media representative who suffers from leukemia and is renowned for refusing to answer questions.

Wa Army Says It’s Willing to Work With Myanmar Govt to Hold Voting in Its Territory Posted: 03 Mar 2020 02:40 AM PST Wa leaders have promised to arrange voting on their territory during this year's general election, and have invited the State Counselor to visit their capital, Panghsang.

Myanmar Military Postpones Armed Forces Day Parade Over Coronavirus Posted: 03 Mar 2020 01:43 AM PST The Myanmar military has postponed celebrations of the 75th anniversary of its anti-fascist struggle due to COVID-19 and the Health Ministry's warning against large gatherings.

The Tragedy and Hope of a Palace Posted: 03 Mar 2020 12:11 AM PST Locals fear for the future of a dilapidated but storied manor in northern Shan State.

Japan, South Korea Among Countries of ‘Greatest Concern’ for Virus: WHO Posted: 02 Mar 2020 09:41 PM PST The World Health Organization has singled out Japan, South Korea, Iran and Italy as the countries of greatest concern regarding the spread of coronavirus.

Malaysia’s New PM Takes Office Amid Economic Challenges Posted: 02 Mar 2020 09:23 PM PST Muhyiddin Yassin was sworn in as prime minister of Malaysia on Monday amid slowing growth and efforts to contain the coronavirus.

Indonesia Confirms First Cases of Coronavirus, Link to Japanese Visitor Posted: 02 Mar 2020 09:13 PM PST An Indonesian mother and daughter have become the country's first two confirmed cases of coronavirus infection, the president announced.

Bangladesh Police Kill Seven Suspected Rohingya Robbers in Raid Posted: 02 Mar 2020 08:58 PM PST Police in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh have killed seven Rohingya members of a gang allegedly engaged in drug and human trafficking.

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Pioneers of Burmese Cartooning Posted: 01 Mar 2020 06:30 PM PST February marked the 67th anniversary of the death of cartoonist U Ba Gyan. His art and that of his predecessor U Ba Gale were the focus of this Irrawaddy piece from 2003.

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Who Are the Wa? Posted: 29 Feb 2020 06:00 PM PST With the UWSA in the news over their helicopter purchase, we revisit this 2017 article on the Wa, who have never been fully controlled by any central Myanmar authority.

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• This Week in Parliament
• Will Baby ‘Victoria’ Get Justice?
• The Irrawaddy Business Roundup

This Week in Parliament Posted: 28 Feb 2020 06:30 PM PST The Irrawaddy briefs you on the week that was in the national legislature.

Will Baby ‘Victoria’ Get Justice? Posted: 28 Feb 2020 06:30 PM PST This week, The Irrawaddy discusses why justice has proved so elusive in the 'Victoria' toddler rape case.

The Irrawaddy Business Roundup Posted: 28 Feb 2020 05:30 PM PST Myanmar got its own barcode, the Dawei Special Economic Zone may move ahead, Myanmar's new online Project Bank went live and Kachin State approved a BRI project.

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• Myanmar Govt Warns of Jail Time for Not Reporting Coronavirus Suspects
• Myanmar and India Sign Ten Deals During State Visit
• Myanmar Military Says Soldiers Killed, Wounded in Attack by RCSS
• Myanmar Mobile Users Told to Re-Register SIM Cards by June 30
• Myanmar Authorities Close Thai Border, Thousands Unable to Work at Textile Factories
• Myanmar Opposition Lawmaker Falsely Claims US Presidency Limited to Christians
• Myanmar Parliament Speaker to MPs: Act Civil or Face Lawsuits
• Pupils Should Stay Home While Japan Schools Closed Over Virus: Govt
• A Delhi Neighborhood Divided by a Highway and Now Hatred
• Indonesia Says Lack of Coronavirus Cases a Blessing From God
• Saudi Arabia Bars Pilgrims and Tourists Amid Coronavirus
• Myanmar’s Wa Rebels Procure a Helicopter: What’s Next?  

Myanmar Govt Warns of Jail Time for Not Reporting Coronavirus Suspects Posted: 28 Feb 2020 06:39 AM PST Although there are no confirmed coronavirus cases in Myanmar, the Health Ministry says reporting symptoms is mandatory and failure to do so could lead to a month in jail.

Myanmar and India Sign Ten Deals During State Visit Posted: 28 Feb 2020 06:25 AM PST President U Win Myint's delegation in India has signed deals to boost cross-border financial and security cooperation and development in western Myanmar.

Myanmar Military Says Soldiers Killed, Wounded in Attack by RCSS Posted: 28 Feb 2020 05:27 AM PST The Myanmar army said an officer was among a group of soldiers killed and wounded in an attack by the RCSS in Shan State; the armed group said it was attacked first.

Myanmar Mobile Users Told to Re-Register SIM Cards by June 30 Posted: 28 Feb 2020 05:07 AM PST The Posts and Telecommunications Department has told all of Myanmar's mobile phone users to re-register their SIM cards by June 30 or face deactivation.

Myanmar Authorities Close Thai Border, Thousands Unable to Work at Textile Factories Posted: 28 Feb 2020 04:51 AM PST Textile workers in Three Pagodas Pass have been unable to go to work at factories in Thailand amid an ongoing dispute between Thai authorities and a Karen Border Guard Force.

Myanmar Opposition Lawmaker Falsely Claims US Presidency Limited to Christians Posted: 28 Feb 2020 03:26 AM PST During the House charter debate, a USDP lawmaker claimed the US presidency is restricted to Christians—a claim so outlandish the US Embassy felt compelled to correct it.

Myanmar Parliament Speaker to MPs: Act Civil or Face Lawsuits Posted: 28 Feb 2020 01:54 AM PST Parliament Speaker T Khun Myat told lawmakers to stop making inflammatory remarks or face lawsuits as the first week of debate on constitutional amendment comes to an end.

Pupils Should Stay Home While Japan Schools Closed Over Virus: Govt Posted: 27 Feb 2020 10:03 PM PST The Japanese education minister has urged that children be kept at home for a month while schools close amid coronavirus fears.

A Delhi Neighborhood Divided by a Highway and Now Hatred Posted: 27 Feb 2020 09:47 PM PST Two neighborhoods in New Delhi—one Muslim, one Hindu—that once co-existed peacefully have become a battleground over India's controversial new citizenship law.

Indonesia Says Lack of Coronavirus Cases a Blessing From God Posted: 27 Feb 2020 09:22 PM PST Indonesia's health minister has attributed the absence of coronavirus cases in his country to a 'blessing from the almighty'.

Saudi Arabia Bars Pilgrims and Tourists Amid Coronavirus Posted: 27 Feb 2020 09:19 PM PST Amid the coronavirus, the Saudi government has closed its borders to religious pilgrims and barred tourists from more than 20 countries.

Myanmar’s Wa Rebels Procure a Helicopter: What’s Next?   Posted: 27 Feb 2020 05:30 PM PST Wa leaders finally have the helicopter so long speculated about in local and foreign media. What does its purchase say about the power balance in Myanmar's northeast?

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