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Indonesians urged to support Myanmar quake recovery
Source: ANTARA
The National Alms Agency (Baznas) has called on Indonesians to demonstrate their solidarity and concern for fellow Muslims affected by the devastating earthquake in Myanmar
S’pore’s cyborg cockroaches helping with search-and-rescue efforts in Myanmar quake
Source: The Straits Times | By David Sun
This is the first time in the world such cyborgs have been used in a humanitarian operation.
ASEAN Urges Myanmar to Extend Ceasefire, Facilitate Humanitarian Missions After Quak
Source: Bernama| By Muhammad Saufee Rosman
Asean countries, especially Malaysia, hope that the military ruling Myanmar will extend the ceasefire beyond the previously announced period so that relief and recovery efforts can continue after the earthquake.
In Myanmar, a heartless junta deepens earthquake despair with ‘collective punishment’
Source: South China Morning Post | By Aidan Jones and Ye Aung Thu
As quake survivors dig through the rubble for loved ones with their bare hands, the military bombs villages and seeks diplomatic openings
Myanmar junta turns aid into a weapon
Source: Burma News International | By Mizzima
In the wake of Myanmar’s latest natural disaster – a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake – hope should come in the form of humanitarian relief. Instead, aid has become the latest casualty of a brutal political strategy orchestrated by the country’s military junta.
‘We didn’t find anyone alive’: Earthquake buries the faithful at Sagaing religious sites
Source: Frontier Myanmar | By Frontier
Residents of the Myanmar town say hundreds may have died needlessly due to a slow and inadequate response to last week’s earthquake
Myanmar appeal raises £7.5 million on day one with donations from King and Queen
Source: The Independent | By Catherine Wylie
The appeal raised £7.5 million on the first day and donations from the public are still being matched pound for pound by the UK government up to £5 million, as part of its UK Aid Match scheme.
PM Modi underlines importance of credible elections in Myanmar
Source: The Statesman | Statesman News Service
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met on Friday with Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and underlined the importance of early restoration of a democratic process through inclusive and credible elections in the Southeast Asian nation.
Thailand ignores protests to welcome Myanmar’s junta leader
Source: The Independent | By Shweta Sharma
Protesters raised banners declaring “We Do Not Welcome Murderer Min Aung Hlaing” near the hotel where the summit was taking place. Myanmar’s military ruler shook hands with world leaders and delegates as he was hosted by Thailand
PoJK activist condemns China’s aid to Myanmar, warns of expansionist strategy
Source: The Tribune | By Asian News International
He highlighted that China’s growing presence in Myanmar mirrors its strategy in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB), where Beijing has been expanding its influence under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)
Civil society condemns Thai government for Min Aung Hlaing’s invitation to BIMSTEC
Source: Prachatai English | By Prachatai
According to Wichai Chantavaro from SEM, some 319 civil groups in Thailand and Myanmar called on the Thai government to exclude Min from the summit on 1 April. He expressed disappointment that the government ignored the request.
Myanmar identifies 180,000 Rohingya in Bangladesh as ‘eligible’ for repatriation
Source: Anadolu Agency | By Riyaz ul Khaliq
The number of identified Rohingya members “eligible” for return was disclosed on Friday to Yunus’ advisor Khalilur Rahman by U Than Shew, the foreign minister of Myanmar, in Bangkok
RSAF aircraft delivers second tranche of relief aid for Myanmar quake victims
Source: The Straits Times | By Fatimah Mujibah
The aid was sent via two Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) C-130 transport aircraft and coordinated by the Changi Regional Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Coordination Centre (Changi RHCC)
PM Modi meets Myanmar’s military government, pledges support for earthquake recovery
Source: The Telegraph
India’s approach to aid has focused on providing direct assistance without attaching a monetary value, contrasting with China’s more quantified aid approach.
Anger as MNDAA Under Chinese Pressure Prepares Lashio Retreat: Sources
Source: The Irrawaddy
The Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) will reportedly retreat from the northern Shan State capital, Lashio, this month under Chinese pressure.
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.
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.
Sagaing witness laments looting by soldiers while people dig through the rubble
Source: AsiaNews | By Gregory
We report her story below. She talks about the military’s total lack of interest towards quake victims. Hers is among the many voices that are struggling to be heard, but are more important than ever.
Regime requires all earthquake relief to be channelled through Naypyidaw
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
The regime in Naypyidaw announced on Wednesday that anyone who wishes to carry out earthquake relief efforts in Myanmar must seek approval from the local authorities
Indonesia stops humanitarian aid delivery for Myanmar quake victims
Source: ANTARA
The government will no longer facilitate it,” Head of the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) Suharyanto stated after the send-off of the humanitarian aid on Thursday.