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• Myanmar Police Continue Arrests, Interrogations of Reporters Over AA Coverage
• Latest COVID-19 Developments in Myanmar: April 1, 2020
• Two Civilians Killed in Myanmar’s Rakhine State During Alleged Military Airstrike
• Poor to Bear Brunt of Impact as COVID-19 Slows Myanmar’s Economy: World Bank
• Myanmar Journalists Furious as Govt Blocks Over 200 Websites Including News Pages
• Plenty of Food Delivery Options for Yangon Residents Practicing Home Quarantine
• The Fight Against COVID-19 Can Promote Unity and Peace
• Coronavirus Death Toll Tops 41,000 Worldwide, With 850,000 Infections
• No Joke: Countries Threaten Jail Time for April Fools’ Pranksters Amid COVID-19
• Mass Disinfections to Combat Coronavirus Pose New Health Hazard
• The Day Myanmar’s Socialist Govt Nationalized Missionary and Private Schools

Myanmar Police Continue Arrests, Interrogations of Reporters Over AA Coverage Posted: 01 Apr 2020 06:48 AM PDT Following Monday's arrest of the VOM editor-in-chief, police on Tuesday questioned journalists from two other news organizations over their reporting on the Arakan Army.

Latest COVID-19 Developments in Myanmar: April 1, 2020 Posted: 01 Apr 2020 05:50 AM PDT Myanmar's Suu Kyi takes to Facebook to connect with people effectively in the time of coronavirus.

Two Civilians Killed in Myanmar’s Rakhine State During Alleged Military Airstrike Posted: 01 Apr 2020 04:31 AM PDT Residents said five military helicopters bombed two villages, killing two civilians. But Myanmar's military denies the claims.

Poor to Bear Brunt of Impact as COVID-19 Slows Myanmar’s Economy: World Bank Posted: 01 Apr 2020 04:06 AM PDT The World Bank warns COVID-19 will slow Myanmar's economic growth to 2-3% this fiscal year, with the poor, travel-related businesses and exporters hit the hardest.

Myanmar Journalists Furious as Govt Blocks Over 200 Websites Including News Pages Posted: 01 Apr 2020 03:26 AM PDT News agencies are objecting after the Myanmar government ordered telecom operators to block over 200 websites.

Plenty of Food Delivery Options for Yangon Residents Practicing Home Quarantine Posted: 01 Apr 2020 01:44 AM PDT To cater to the many people who are choosing to self-isolate amid the coronavirus outbreak, a number of Yangon eateries are providing food delivery services.

The Fight Against COVID-19 Can Promote Unity and Peace Posted: 31 Mar 2020 10:41 PM PDT The COVID-19 pandemic is a powerful reminder of our interconnectedness, and in both Korea and Myanmar, it may serve to promote national unity and advance the peace process.

Coronavirus Death Toll Tops 41,000 Worldwide, With 850,000 Infections Posted: 31 Mar 2020 10:18 PM PDT The global COVID-19 death toll has passed 41,000, with Italy and Spain reporting the most fatalities; total infections now top 850,000.

No Joke: Countries Threaten Jail Time for April Fools’ Pranksters Amid COVID-19 Posted: 31 Mar 2020 09:50 PM PDT Governments and corporations the world over are threatening to punish those tempted to make coronavirus-related pranks on April Fool's Day.

Mass Disinfections to Combat Coronavirus Pose New Health Hazard Posted: 31 Mar 2020 09:32 PM PDT Experts have questioned the effectiveness of mass disinfection operations, including the use of drones, to fight COVID-19, saying more targeted measures are preferable.

The Day Myanmar’s Socialist Govt Nationalized Missionary and Private Schools Posted: 31 Mar 2020 06:30 PM PDT On this day in 1965, the socialist government under Gen. Ne Win nationalized nearly 130 schools in Myanmar, sending its once proud education system into a long decline.

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• Rather Than Lockdown, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Says Some Communities in Myanmar May Face Quarantine
• Three Villagers Injured in Landmine Blasts in Western Myanmar’s Rakhine State
• Myanmar’s Special Branch Police Sue Editor Under Counter Terrorism Law
• All Homecoming Migrant Workers Must Stay in Quarantine Centers: Myanmar Govt
• Myanmar Forms Civil-Military Emergency Task Force to Boost COVID-19 Response
• Myanmar Military Warns KIA: Drive Out AA or Face Attack
• As COVID-19 Arrives in Myanmar, Individual Responsibility, Competent Leadership Needed
• COVID-19-Positive Cancer Patient Dies in Myanmar Hospital
• Discipline in Myanmar in the Time of Global Pandemic
• World Bank Warns Pandemic Will Hit Growth in Asia, China
• Indonesia to Restrict Public Movement as Study Warns of Surge in Coronavirus Deaths
• Indian Police Fire Tear Gas at Jobless Workers Defying Coronavirus Lockdown

Rather Than Lockdown, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Says Some Communities in Myanmar May Face Quarantine Posted: 31 Mar 2020 07:30 AM PDT In an address to the nation, the State Counselor hints at possible community quarantines, while urging people to stay home as much as possible to curb COVID-19.

Three Villagers Injured in Landmine Blasts in Western Myanmar’s Rakhine State Posted: 31 Mar 2020 06:42 AM PDT Two men lost legs and another suffered an arm injury in two landmine blasts in Rakhine State's Rathedaung Township on Sunday.

Myanmar’s Special Branch Police Sue Editor Under Counter Terrorism Law Posted: 31 Mar 2020 06:15 AM PDT The editor of Voice of Myanmar faces a lawsuit for publishing an interview with a spokesperson of the Arakan Army, which Myanmar's government recently deemed a terrorist group.

All Homecoming Migrant Workers Must Stay in Quarantine Centers: Myanmar Govt Posted: 31 Mar 2020 06:11 AM PDT After an imported COVID-19 case among a migrant returning from Thailand was detected, Myanmar imposes a mandatory quarantine on all migrant workers.

Myanmar Forms Civil-Military Emergency Task Force to Boost COVID-19 Response Posted: 31 Mar 2020 04:24 AM PDT A newly-formed civil-military committee will support Myanmar's government not only on law enforcement but also in other areas to enhance its fight against the coronavirus.

Myanmar Military Warns KIA: Drive Out AA or Face Attack Posted: 31 Mar 2020 03:47 AM PDT Myanmar's military says it is ready to attack two Kachin State towns unless the Arakan Army is forced to leave.

As COVID-19 Arrives in Myanmar, Individual Responsibility, Competent Leadership Needed Posted: 31 Mar 2020 01:49 AM PDT To fight COVID-19, it's important for individuals to act responsibly, while officials must enforce health guidelines and give medical workers the support they need.

COVID-19-Positive Cancer Patient Dies in Myanmar Hospital Posted: 31 Mar 2020 01:23 AM PDT A 69-year-old cancer patient who recently returned from Australia has died after testing positive for COVID-19, becoming Myanmar's first coronavirus-related fatality.

Discipline in Myanmar in the Time of Global Pandemic Posted: 31 Mar 2020 12:30 AM PDT Myanmar's military is not the only force with the discipline to take on COVID-19, as doctors, nurses and journalists work on the frontlines to protect the lives of citizens.

World Bank Warns Pandemic Will Hit Growth in Asia, China Posted: 30 Mar 2020 11:01 PM PDT The COVID-19 pandemic is likely to see growth in developing Asian countries fall to -0.5% to 2.1% in 2020, harming poverty eradication efforts, the World Bank said.

Indonesia to Restrict Public Movement as Study Warns of Surge in Coronavirus Deaths Posted: 30 Mar 2020 11:01 PM PDT Indonesian President Joko Widodo plans to clamp down on mobility and enforce social distancing as experts warn of hundreds of thousands of COVID-19 deaths in the country.

Indian Police Fire Tear Gas at Jobless Workers Defying Coronavirus Lockdown Posted: 30 Mar 2020 10:45 PM PDT Indian migrant workers left jobless by the nationwide COVID-19 lockdown have clashed with police in the western city of Surat.

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• Myanmar Reports Four New COVID-19 Cases; Total Climbs to 14
• Naypyitaw Health Bosses Hopeful COVID-19 Under Control in Myanmar’s Capital
• Myanmar Military Gives Support to Religious Leaders, Govt on COVID-19 Prevention
• Ex-Myanmar Minister’s Son Jailed for 30 Years After Drugs and Guns Bust
• Health Certificates Required to Enter Mandalay Religious Sites as Myanmar Struggles With COVID-19
• AA Raids Rice Shipment Intended for Displaced Villagers in Myanmar’s Chin State
• Myanmar Told to Brace for Major COVID-19 Outbreak as Returning Migrant Among New Cases
• Myanmar Bans Incoming Commercial Flights to Tackle COVID-19
• Bridegroom Arrested for Throwing Wedding Party Amid Ban on Public Gatherings in Myanmar
• Myanmar Govt Announces Loan Package for Coronavirus-Hit Businesses in Key Sectors
• US Extends Stay-at-Home Guidelines to End of April to Fight Virus
• Vietnam PM Asks Major Cities to Prepare for Lockdown to Stop Virus
• Modi Seeks ‘Forgiveness’ From India’s Poor Over Coronavirus Lockdown

Myanmar Reports Four New COVID-19 Cases; Total Climbs to 14 Posted: 30 Mar 2020 07:35 AM PDT Three French tourists and a local man returning from Thailand tested positive for COVID-19 Monday, taking Myanmar's total number of cases to 14, health officials said.

Naypyitaw Health Bosses Hopeful COVID-19 Under Control in Myanmar’s Capital Posted: 30 Mar 2020 07:09 AM PDT Naypyitaw has taken decisive steps to quarantine around 500 people, including a Swiss UN employee who tested positive for COVID-19.

Myanmar Military Gives Support to Religious Leaders, Govt on COVID-19 Prevention Posted: 30 Mar 2020 06:21 AM PDT Spraying disinfectant at religious sites and donating supplies to religious leaders across Myanmar, the military pledged to cooperate with the government to tackle COVID-19.

Ex-Myanmar Minister’s Son Jailed for 30 Years After Drugs and Guns Bust Posted: 30 Mar 2020 06:14 AM PDT An ex-sports minister's son, Phyo Ko Ko Tint San, was caught with drugs, guns and fake security kit in 2017.

Health Certificates Required to Enter Mandalay Religious Sites as Myanmar Struggles With COVID-19 Posted: 30 Mar 2020 05:42 AM PDT The Mandalay government has told leaders of all faiths to only allow people to enter religious sites if they show a recent health certificate stating they don't have COVID-19.

AA Raids Rice Shipment Intended for Displaced Villagers in Myanmar’s Chin State Posted: 30 Mar 2020 05:36 AM PDT After halting an aid shipment intended for displaced Paletwa villagers, the AA negotiated to buy some of the rice but later failed to pay for it, local officials said.

Myanmar Told to Brace for Major COVID-19 Outbreak as Returning Migrant Among New Cases Posted: 30 Mar 2020 01:31 AM PDT With a migrant returnee testing positive for COVID-19, health officials warn a serious outbreak is likely; more than 23,000 workers have recently returned from Thailand.

Myanmar Bans Incoming Commercial Flights to Tackle COVID-19 Posted: 30 Mar 2020 01:29 AM PDT Myanmar has banned incoming commercial flights until April 13 after eight air travelers tested positive with coronavirus.

Bridegroom Arrested for Throwing Wedding Party Amid Ban on Public Gatherings in Myanmar Posted: 30 Mar 2020 12:39 AM PDT A bridegroom in western Myanmar was arrested after he held his wedding reception Saturday despite authorities' requests that he obey a ban on public gatherings over COVID-19.

Myanmar Govt Announces Loan Package for Coronavirus-Hit Businesses in Key Sectors Posted: 29 Mar 2020 11:20 PM PDT Hotel and tour operators, garment and other manufacturing businesses, as well as SMEs hurt by COVID-19 can now apply for low-interest loans from the government.

US Extends Stay-at-Home Guidelines to End of April to Fight Virus Posted: 29 Mar 2020 10:19 PM PDT The US government extended its non-mandatory guidelines asking people to stay at home after an estimate showed 2.2. million people could die if the pandemic isn't contained.

Vietnam PM Asks Major Cities to Prepare for Lockdown to Stop Virus Posted: 29 Mar 2020 10:12 PM PDT The Vietnamese prime minister told major cities to prepare for lockdowns as the country has entered the COVID-19 pandemic's "peak period" but still has less than 200 cases.

Modi Seeks ‘Forgiveness’ From India’s Poor Over Coronavirus Lockdown Posted: 29 Mar 2020 10:06 PM PDT People across India have criticized their prime minister as the country's three-week lockdown has left many hungry and forced jobless migrant workers to flee cities.

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• The Irrawaddy Business Roundup
• Myanmar Counts Three New Coronavirus Cases in Naypyitaw and Yangon
• This Week in Parliament
• Myanmar Takes On COVID-19: Is the Country Prepared?

The Irrawaddy Business Roundup Posted: 27 Mar 2020 08:30 PM PDT This week Myanmar's authorities and food dealers moved to ensure staples arrived at reasonable prices amid the panic-buying that followed three COVID-19 confirmations.

Myanmar Counts Three New Coronavirus Cases in Naypyitaw and Yangon Posted: 27 Mar 2020 08:27 PM PDT The new cases include a Swiss UN worker and a tour guide in Yangon, bringing the country's total to eight cases.

This Week in Parliament Posted: 27 Mar 2020 08:00 PM PDT The Irrawaddy briefs you on the week that was in the national legislature.

Myanmar Takes On COVID-19: Is the Country Prepared? Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:30 PM PDT As Myanmar ramps up efforts to prevent an outbreak of COVID-19 in the country, The Irrawaddy sits down with writer and doctor Ma Thida and Yangon lawmaker Ko Nay Phone Latt.

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• Apartment Blocks Under Quarantine After Myanmar Finds Two More COVID-19 Cases
• Reading Myanmar—‘Miss Burma’ and the Liberal Conscience
• Myanmar Confirms Two New COVID-19 Cases
• When Yangon’s Avenues Traded Colonial English Names for Burmese

• Myanmar Medics Volunteer to Combat COVID-19 Menace
• Myanmar Army Seizes Shan State Militia Chiefs Over Drugs Bust
• Myanmar’s Nurses, Doctors Face Eviction as Landlords Panic Over COVID-19
• End of Aid; Beginning of Resilience?
• Myanmar Orders Half of Govt Employees to Stay Home Over COVID-19
• COVID-19: ASEAN Must Act More Boldly
• Thailand Bans Entry to Foreigners, Prepares Emergency Measures Against Coronavirus
• China Reports Second Consecutive Day of No New Local Coronavirus Transmissions, Imported Cases Rise
• India Struggles with Coronavirus Shutdown; Pakistan Cases Top 1,000
• A Fierce Battle in Western Myanmar Has Killed Hundreds as the Country Braces for COVID
• With COVID-19 Confirmed Case, Myanmar’s Chin State Makes Urgent Appeal for Protective Equipment

Apartment Blocks Under Quarantine After Myanmar Finds Two More COVID-19 Cases Posted: 27 Mar 2020 01:30 AM PDT Residents in Yangon and Mandalay apartment blocks where two coronavirus patients lived have been forced to stay indoors.

Reading Myanmar—‘Miss Burma’ and the Liberal Conscience Posted: 26 Mar 2020 08:30 PM PDT A fictionalized account of the life of beauty queen-turned Karen rebel leader Louisa Benson has a message about the West's bad conscience for Yangon's peace industry.

Myanmar Confirms Two New COVID-19 Cases Posted: 26 Mar 2020 07:23 PM PDT Myanmar has confirmed two new COVID-19 cases, one in Mandalay and one in Yangon, bringing the country's total to five confirmed cases, all imported.

When Yangon’s Avenues Traded Colonial English Names for Burmese Posted: 26 Mar 2020 06:30 PM PDT On this day in 1989, the then-military government changed the names of 165 streets in Yangon, dropping their English colonial names in favor of Burmese language replacements.

Myanmar Medics Volunteer to Combat COVID-19 Menace Posted: 26 Mar 2020 08:03 AM PDT "As a health worker, we just go where we need to be," said a doctor who volunteered to go to Chin State, where one of Myanmar's first COVID-19 cases was reported.

Myanmar Army Seizes Shan State Militia Chiefs Over Drugs Bust Posted: 26 Mar 2020 06:35 AM PDT Militia leaders and weapons in northern Shan State have been seized by Myanmar's military in response to a huge drugs bust earlier this month.

Myanmar’s Nurses, Doctors Face Eviction as Landlords Panic Over COVID-19 Posted: 26 Mar 2020 05:54 AM PDT Health care workers are being evicted by landlords concerned about the spread of COVID-19 but other local residents of Mandalay have opened their doors to them.

End of Aid; Beginning of Resilience? Posted: 26 Mar 2020 03:58 AM PDT The aid industry as we know it may be one of the many victims of the coronavirus pandemic. At minimum, globalization has taken a big hit; protectionism is back—with a vengeance.

Myanmar Orders Half of Govt Employees to Stay Home Over COVID-19 Posted: 26 Mar 2020 01:11 AM PDT The government has told half of its employees to stay home as it ramps up efforts to combat COVID-19. The order excludes health treatment providers at government hospitals.

COVID-19: ASEAN Must Act More Boldly Posted: 25 Mar 2020 11:25 PM PDT ASEAN leaders must do more to coordinate their efforts to combat COVID-19 as each country's health depends on that of its neighbors.

Thailand Bans Entry to Foreigners, Prepares Emergency Measures Against Coronavirus Posted: 25 Mar 2020 11:21 PM PDT Thailand has closed its borders to most foreigners as the country prepares for a state of emergency that will grant the prime minister sweeping powers to combat COVID-19.

China Reports Second Consecutive Day of No New Local Coronavirus Transmissions, Imported Cases Rise Posted: 25 Mar 2020 10:43 PM PDT Mainland China reported no new locally-transmitted COVID-19 cases for the second day in a row and Hubei Province, where the pandemic began, has started to lift restrictions.

India Struggles with Coronavirus Shutdown; Pakistan Cases Top 1,000 Posted: 25 Mar 2020 10:36 PM PDT People in India voiced concerns about access to medicine and how they will feed their families under the lockdown that began Wednesday as COVID-19 spread across the country.

A Fierce Battle in Western Myanmar Has Killed Hundreds as the Country Braces for COVID Posted: 25 Mar 2020 07:30 AM PDT Since January, fighting between the Arakan Army and Myanmar's military has intensified dramatically, killing hundreds as Myanmar focuses attention on the threat of COVID-19.

With COVID-19 Confirmed Case, Myanmar’s Chin State Makes Urgent Appeal for Protective Equipment Posted: 25 Mar 2020 06:53 AM PDT The Chin State authorities have called for more protective equipment, saying it is poorly prepared to cope with a possible COVID-19 outbreak.

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