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EXPLAINED: Who are Myanmar’s Arakan Army?
Source: Radio Free Asia
Spotlight on fate of Rohingya Muslims, China investments as guerrillas consolidate control
Kiana Duncan
NUG: Myanmar Junta Cannot Protect Chinese Projects
Source: Irrawaddy
NUG spokesman U Kyaw Zaw posted on the NUG Facebook page: The violence and atrocities committed by the junta across the country and its supporters, who spread anti-Chinese sentiment, directly threaten Chinese investments and citizens.
Irrawaddy
‘I just couldn’t take it’: Myanmar migrants in China exploited by brokers and bosses
Source: Frontier Myanmar
Myanmar workers often wait for weeks in Shan State’s Muse town to secure factory jobs across the border in China’s Yunnan province, where many go on to face exploitation and tough living and working conditions.
Frontier
China and Myanmar junta discuss strict security measures at border trade posts controlled by EAOs
Source: Mizzima
The Chinese Premier replied that the border posts of the two countries should be under the control of governments, and proper measures will be taken to enhance China-Myanmar relations and trust politically
Mizzima
Reactions to the ICC prosecutor’s warrant request for Myanmar military leader
Source: Reuters
“It has been five years since the start of our case. Now, it is time to end them getting away with committing crimes against us. We welcome this move and we hope the arrest warrant will be permitted quickly.
Stephanie van den Berg; Shoon Naing
Governance challenges in resistance-controlled areas amid Myanmar’s revolution
Source: Pacific Forum
Published on Nov. 27, 2024, 9:21 a.m.
The emergence of local and state governments in Myanmar’s liberated areas presents a unique opportunity for the US to foster trust with the pro-democracy movement.
Aung Thura Ko Ko, Resident Vasey Fellow at the Pacific Forum
Rules issued for migrant workers
Source: Bangkok Post
Traisuree Traisaranakul, Interior Ministry spokeswoman, said the regulations would prevent migrant workers from ending up as victims of trafficking rackets and maintain a sufficient migrant labour workforce to keep up with domestic labour demand.
Post Reporters | Bangkok Post
Approximately 150 Civilians in Karenni State Suffer Limb Loss During Military Coup Period
Source: Kantarawaddy Times
The affected victim primarily reside in displacement camps across the state , according to a representative from the Women and Children’s Department of the Karenni Interim Executive Council (IEC), speaking to kantarawaddy Times.
Kantarawaddy Times
Future actions regarding China’s interference in Myanmar affairs discussed at the National Parliament building in South Korea
Source: Tha Din News & Radio
The discussion was chaired by MP Lee Yong Seon, who has consistently supported the revolution in Myanmar, and seven MPs, and led by Professor Baek Ung Hun of the Asia NGO Information Centre from Sungkonghoe University.
Kyaw Kyaw, Tha Din
Tensions High on Myanmar Border as Thai Troops Demand UWSA Withdrawal
Source: Irrawaddy
Military tension is rising as Thailand deployed more troops on the Myanmar border to pressure the United Wa State Army (UWSA) to withdraw from bases that allegedly encroach on Thai territory.
Irrawaddy
End Japan’s loans to Myanmar’s Tatmadaw
Source: Bangkok Post
More than 3.5 years after the Myanmar military (Tatmadaw) attempted to seize control of the country through a coup, the Japanese government continues to provide Official Development Assistance (ODA) and public funds that benefit the military junta.
Yuka Kiguchi, executive director of Mekong Watch
IDP teen killed, three injured in junta airstrike on Thandwe Twsp village
Source: Development Media Group
The Arakkha Army (AA) seized control of Thandwe on September 5, but civilian casualties continue to rise due to ongoing junta airstrikes and artillery attacks.
DMG Newsroom
For a peaceful Rakhine, the AA must right past and present wrongs
Source: Frontier Myanmar
The Arakan Army is engaged in a just war in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, but it must be fought for all communities who call it home – including the Rohingya
Ejaz Min Khant, Human Rights Associate at human rights organisation Fortify Rights
Junta Airstrike hits two Villages in Waingmaw Township, Kachin State
Source: Burma News International
An unprovoked junta airstrike on Namwar and Muk Chyik villages in Waingmaw Township, Kachin State injured a villager and destroyed three houses, at about 4:00 pm on 24 November 2024.
Kachin News Group
RCSS Accused of Attacking Two SSPP/SSA Bases
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News
The Shan State Progress Party/Shan State Army (SSPP/SSA) announced that troops from the Restoration Council of Shan State (RCSS) destroyed two of its military outposts in southern Shan State.
Shan Herald Agency for News
Junta Burns Down Bonebaw Village in Ngape Township, Magway Region
Source: Burma News International
Junta soldiers burned down Bonebaw Village in Ngape Township, Magway Region, an ethnic Asho Chin Village of around 100 houses from about 1:00 pm on 23 November 2024.
Chin World
Vaccination Coverage for Children Under Five in Karenni State Drops to 30% Post-Coup
Source: Kantarawaddy Times
Based on the data collected in 2021, only about 30% of children under five have been vaccinated. The remaining 60-70% remain unvaccinated due to various challenges.
Kantarawaddy Times
Junta’s budget estimate for FY 2024-25 is at record-high at over 40 trillion Kyats
Source: Mizzima
The SAC reduced expenditures in education and health but they allowed more defence spending despite a reduction in imports due to a need for foreign exchange.
Mizzima
Only 20% of Karenni IDPs Children Under 5 Access Preschools
Source: Kantarawaddy Times
According to the Interim Executive Council (IEC) of Karenni State’s Women and Children Affairs Department, out of over 10,000 children under five, only around 2,000 are attending preschools.
Kantarawaddy Times
Three Family Members Murdered in Three Pagodas Pass Town
Source: Karen News
Officials from the Democratic Karen Benevolent Army (DKBA), which is responsible for the town’s security, said that investigations into the murders were still ongoing.
Karen News
Myanmar Ambassador to UN Calls for Collective and Concrete Global Action
Source: Myanmar Pressphoto Agency
The ambassador urged the UN to address the underlying causes of the crisis, ending impunity, ensuring accountability for perpetrators, and delivering justice for victims and survivors during his remarks at the UN meeting on Monday
Shine Bu Chay | Myanmar Pressphoto Agency
Resistance, Myanmar Junta Forces Clash on Rakhine-Magwe Border
Source: Irrawaddy
The AA has seized several regime battalion headquarters and bases in Ann Township, Rakhine State as it attempts to take control of Ann town, where the regime’s Western Military Command headquarters is located.
Irrawaddy
Urban guerrilla groups target military-controlled offices in Yangon
Source: Mizzima
The Yangon Army (YA) carried out an assault on the Myawaddy Television office in Hmawbi Township at 5:10 pm, using M79 grenade launchers.
Mizzima
What Happens When China Puts Boots On The Ground In Myanmar?
Source: Radio Free Asia
The move represents direct intervention by China, whose troops will have to conduct offensive operations.
David HUTT
Turkey to help Bangladesh resolve Rohingya crisis
Source: United News of Bangladesh
Turkish Ambassador to Bangladesh Ramis Sen on Sunday said his country will work with Bangladesh at the international level to resolve the Rohingya crisis.
United News of Bangladesh