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| The Irrawaddy Business Roundup Posted: 04 Dec 2020 07:00 PM PST  China has responded to the NLD's re-election by saying it wants to deepen economic cooperation while Myanmar looks to relax COVID-19 measures. |
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| The Day the ‘Destroyer of Burma’ Died Posted: 04 Dec 2020 06:30 PM PST  On this day in 2002, former dictator Gen. Ne Win died; he was cremated without fanfare the same day at a ceremony attended by a handful of relatives and others. |
| Will Myanmar’s New Government Avoid the Mistakes of the Past? Posted: 04 Dec 2020 06:00 PM PST  Dateline Irrawaddy talks with political observers about their ideal government for Myanmar and the concept of a national unity government. |
| Three New COVID-19 Cases in Thailand Linked to Thai Workers in Myanmar’s Tachileik Posted: 04 Dec 2020 07:50 AM PST  Two Thai women who sneaked across the border from Tachileik and a woman who took a flight with them have tested positive for COVID-19 in Thailand. |
| ‘I Can See the UEC Does Not Want Elections’ in Rakhine, Japanese Envoy to Myanmar Says Posted: 04 Dec 2020 06:12 AM PST  Japanese envoy Yohei Sasakawa tells The Irrawaddy he is disappointed with the Union Election Commission for not acting on his advice that voting can be held in Rakhine. |
| Myanmar Moves Ahead with COVID-19 Vaccine Plans Posted: 04 Dec 2020 06:00 AM PST  As other countries look to buy new coronavirus injections, Myanmar is looking for affordable options to inoculate up to 60 percent of its population. |
| Medics in Myanmar’s Mandalay Fall Sick with COVID-19 as Cases Spike Posted: 04 Dec 2020 03:31 AM PST  As Myanmar's second-biggest city is reeling with a coronavirus surge, residents complain about the authorities' unwillingness to prosecute those breaking the rules. |
| War-Weary Rakhine Residents Cautiously Welcome Détente Between Military, AA Posted: 04 Dec 2020 12:45 AM PST  Despite a lull in armed clashes since early last month, locals worry about a possible resumption in fighting as there is no peace agreement between the two armies. |
| UN Chief Seeks to Rally Aid for Poor Nations Amid Pandemic Posted: 03 Dec 2020 09:13 PM PST  UN chief Antonio Guterres called on the global community to ensure poor countries are able to combat the coronavirus at a special session of the General Assembly. |
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| Japan’s Stepped-Up Negotiating Role a Welcome Development in Myanmar Posted: 03 Dec 2020 03:06 AM PST  The trust that Japan enjoys on both sides of the Rakhine conflict has already yielded results on the ground; the same cannot be said of other foreign negotiators. |
| Myanmar’s NLD MPs Can Scrutinize NLD Governments: Party Deputy Posted: 03 Dec 2020 01:58 AM PST  The National League for Democracy's vice-chairman, Dr. Zaw Myint Maung, says an opposition is not essential when holding NLD regional governments to account. |
| Myanmar’s Election Body Rejects Military Moves to Seize Voting Documents Posted: 03 Dec 2020 12:29 AM PST  Myanmar's military says it is carrying out a probe into voter fraud claims made by its defeated political allies. |
| Japanese PM Suga Vows to Utilize Ocean to Achieve Zero-Carbon World Posted: 02 Dec 2020 10:19 PM PST  Fourteen world leaders have released a manifesto outlining how their countries will prioritize ocean conservation without impinging on economic activity. |
| Britain Approves Pfizer Vaccine for COVID-19 Posted: 02 Dec 2020 10:12 PM PST  Prime Minister Boris Johnson said his government would start the biggest vaccination in the UK's history, now that Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine has been approved there. |
| Will the Position of State Counselor be Renewed by Myanmar’s New Government? Posted: 02 Dec 2020 09:30 PM PST  Some in the Tatmadaw would prefer to install a consultative council to reduce the authority of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. |
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| Myanmar Military Chief ‘Wants Democratization’, Kachin Religious Leader Says After Talks Posted: 02 Dec 2020 05:35 AM PST  Rev. Dr. Hkalam Samson tells The Irrawaddy he urged the Tatmadaw chief to make the military's demining efforts in Kachin the basis for further peacebuilding with rebels. |
| Myanmar Teachers’ Groups to Defend Staff from Election Fraud Claims Posted: 02 Dec 2020 03:32 AM PST  A committee has been formed to counter Union Solidarity and Development Party accusations that teachers assigned to polling stations committed electoral fraud. |
| HK Activists Agnes Chow, Joshua Wong Jailed for 2019 Protest Posted: 02 Dec 2020 01:14 AM PST  Hong Kong democracy activists Agnes Chow and Joshua Wong have been jailed for 10 and 13.5 months respectively for their roles in an unauthorized protest last year. |
| Japan Enacts Law to Make Coronavirus Vaccines Free to Residents Posted: 02 Dec 2020 01:02 AM PST  The Japanese government will foot the bill to vaccinate all residents for free following the passage of a law by the Diet on Wednesday. |
| Chief of Myanmar’s Anti-Corruption Commission Steps Down Posted: 01 Dec 2020 11:37 PM PST  U Aung Kyi has resigned as chairman of the Anti-Corruption Commission after earning praise from the public as a committed graft-buster. |
| Posted: 01 Dec 2020 10:38 PM PST  To mark Tuesday's passing of June Bellamy, or Yadana Nat Mei, a princess and one of Myanmar dictator Ne Win's wives, The Irrawaddy republishes a 2019 interview with her. |
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| Myanmar Military Chief Promises to Ease Return of Kachin IDPs Posted: 01 Dec 2020 05:57 PM PST  In a meeting with religious leader Rev. Dr. Hkalam Samson, Snr-Gen Min Aung Hlaing vowed to seek peace with the KIA and to clear landmines so that IDPs can return home. |
| Myanmar Military Launches Review of Election After Proxy Party Cries Foul Posted: 01 Dec 2020 04:45 AM PST  The Tatmadaw has called on the Union Election Commission to release documents related to voting in hundreds of constituencies where troops cast ballots. |
| Myanmar’s Military Refuses to Comment on Chief’s Retirement Posted: 01 Dec 2020 04:28 AM PST  Senior General Min Aung Hlaing reaches retirement age next year but it is unknown if he will step down. |
| China Vows to Deepen Economic Cooperation, Open Markets to Myanmar Posted: 01 Dec 2020 03:35 AM PST  The Chinese ambassador said the beginning of the NLD government's next term coincides with the launch of Beijing's new five-year plan, presenting economic opportunities. |
| Myanmar COVID-19 Cases Exceed 90,000 Posted: 01 Dec 2020 02:09 AM PST  Hundreds of medical staff among the coronavirus cases in Yangon, while many residents fail to comply with the stay-at-home orders. |
| ‘Our Struggle Is Far From Over,’ Says Karen Recipient of ‘Environmental Hero’ Prize Posted: 01 Dec 2020 01:48 AM PST  Karen environmentalist Saw Paul Sein Twa, winner of the 2020 Goldman Environmental Prize, talks to The Irrawaddy about the Salween Peace Park and his future plans. |
| Biden Taps ex-Fed Chair Yellen as 1st-Ever Woman Treasury Secretary Posted: 30 Nov 2020 09:14 PM PST  US President-elect Joe Biden has tapped Janet Yellen, the ex-Fed chairwoman, to be the first woman secretary of the US Treasury. |
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| Will Myanmar’s Military Sever Its Relationship With the Union Solidarity and Development Party? Posted: 27 Nov 2020 10:00 PM PST  The Irrawaddy explores whether the USDP's repeated failures at the polls will move the Tatmadaw into a new era with the governing NLD. |
| Posted: 27 Nov 2020 06:30 PM PST  As Myanmar continues to attract foreign investment, a sweeping study by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development has called for reform of state-owned industries. |
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| Myanmar Defense Minister Tipped to Become VP in New Govt Posted: 26 Nov 2020 06:30 PM PST  Lt-Gen Sein Win is expected to be the military's choice for vice president in the new administration; experts say his appointment could herald warmer civil-military ties. |
| Making Myanmar’s Markets Work for Safe Farmers Posted: 26 Nov 2020 05:30 PM PST  A farmer group hopes its "safe food" pilot can introduce the benefits of organic produce to Myanmar's consumers. |
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| After Election Victory, Myanmar’s Ruling Party Under Pressure to Get Cabinet Picks Right Posted: 26 Nov 2020 04:30 PM PST  Aware of the poor reputations of many current ministers, the NLD has vowed to take the public's views into consideration when appointing the new government's cabinet. |
| Villagers Flee Their Homes After Myanmar’s Military Clashes with TNLA Posted: 26 Nov 2020 03:28 AM PST  Almost 1,000 villagers are seeking shelter in Mogoke after the Ta'ang National Liberation Army and Myanmar's military clashed near their homes this week. |
| Defeated NLD Candidate in Myanmar’s Shan State Alleges Militia Interference Posted: 26 Nov 2020 02:20 AM PST  National League for Democracy candidate S Mar Gam says an armed group forced residents to vote for his Union Solidarity and Development Party rivals. |
| Chinese Fences Near Shan State Boundary Renew Border Tensions With Myanmar Posted: 26 Nov 2020 12:04 AM PST  The Myanmar military and Kokang officials have complained to China about its unilateral move to put up fences near the country's border with Shan State. |
| Warming India-Taiwan Ties Create Headache for China in Indo-Pacific Posted: 25 Nov 2020 05:31 PM PST  With India intent on reducing its reliance on China, Taiwan can help bridge the commercial and technological breach resulting from souring New Delhi-Beijing ties. |
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| Thousands of Rakhine Civilians Return Home Amid Stability in Western Myanmar Posted: 25 Nov 2020 06:31 AM PST  Fighting has recently ceased between Myanmar's military and the Arakan Army with civilians hoping the ceasefire can be extended into 2021. |
| Myanmar’s Corruption Commission Tops Regional Poll Posted: 25 Nov 2020 03:27 AM PST  The Anti-Corruption Commission of Myanmar has won the most praise in a Transparency International study assessing how Asia-Pacific citizens rate their anti-graft bodies. |
| Myanmar’s Second Investment Policy Review Urges Further Liberalization Posted: 25 Nov 2020 03:23 AM PST  Myanmar's latest investment policy review urges eased restrictions on foreign participation in key sectors while calling for transparency and environmental protections. |
| Taiwan Launches Construction of First Indigenous Submarine Posted: 25 Nov 2020 12:10 AM PST  Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Tuesday launched the island's first submarine-building project, made possible with sensitive parts supplied by the US. |
| Myanmar’s Ethnic Parties Cautiously Optimistic About Outreach From Victorious NLD Posted: 24 Nov 2020 10:30 PM PST  Some wonder whether the National League for Democracy's leadership is prepared to 'walk the walk' and not just 'talk the talk'. |
| How Myanmar’s Foreign Policy Is Likely to Evolve in the NLD’s Second Term Posted: 24 Nov 2020 06:30 PM PST  In its next term, the government will need to engage its neighbors and regional powers, upholding the NLD's vow to pursue an "active and independent foreign policy". |
| Japan Reiterates Concerns Over Disputed Islands to China’s Foreign Minister Posted: 24 Nov 2020 05:58 PM PST  The Japanese government has raised concerns over Chinese coast guard patrols near the disputed Senkaku/Diaoyu islands in a meeting with the Chinese foreign minister. |
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