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BIMSTEC and its member states deepen complicity in Myanmar military’s international crimes
Source: Justice for Myanmar | Press Release
BIMSTEC member states also remain complicit in the junta’s international crimes, with Thailand, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka providing arms, equipment and funds that sustain the junta’s terror campaign.
Scramble for food aid in Myanmar’s Sagaing city near quake epicentre
Source: Burma News International | By Mizzima
Crowds jostled through traffic and braved scorching heat on Wednesday in a race to secure vital aid in a central Myanmar city
Despite Ceasefire Junta Continues Shelling in Waingmaw Township
Source: Burma News International | Kachin News Group
Despite the junta declaring a temporary 20-day ceasefire on 2 April 2025, it shelled Lumyan Village in Waingmaw Township, Kachin State with artillery and drones on 3 April.
Myanmar Junta Airstrikes Breach Quake Ceasefire
Source: The Irrawaddy
Myanmar’s regime conducted airstrikes on Sagaing Region and Kachin State on Thursday, hours after it declared a ceasefire for earthquake relief operations.
Min Aung Hlaing Arrives in Bangkok for BIMSTEC Summit
Source: The Nation
Reuters news agency has highlighted the unusual nature of the visit, noting that many countries have cut diplomatic ties with Min Aung Hlaing. He is also subject to Western sanctions and faces investigation by the International Criminal Court.
Myanmar’s internet blackout is costing lives in earthquake-hit areas
Source: Rest of World | By Lam LE
Digital rights activist says Starlink could have connected survivors, but the devices are banned.
Myanmar quake death toll tops 3,000 as junta hampers aid efforts
Source: Radio Free Asia | By RFA Burmese
The death toll from the devastating Myanmar earthquake rose past 3,000 on Thursday, according to the country’s military-controlled television, as a junta security clampdown slowed aid in some areas.
Slovenia to deploy an expert to Myanmar as part of the EU Disaster Assessment and Coordination Team
Source: Republic of Slovenia | Press Release
Today, at a correspondence meeting, the Government adopted a decision to deploy an expert to the EU Disaster Assessment and Coordination Team
Government to match fund up to £5m for DEC Myanmar earthquake appeal
Source: Civil Society | By Emily Moss
The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) has today launched an emergency appeal to support those affected by the Myanmar earthquake, which will be match funded by the government up to £5m.
Singapore Emergency Medical Team to Provide Medical Assistance in Myanmar Relief Efforts
Source: Ministry of Health of Singapore | Press Release
The Ministry of Health has deployed the Singapore Emergency Medical Team (SGEMT) on 3 April 2025 to Myanmar to provide humanitarian assistance in the aftermath of the recent earthquake in Myanmar.