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Myanmar Girls Sold to China’s Leftover Men, Forced Prostitution at Rare Earth Mines, and More
Source: The Irrawaddy
Recent prosecutions confirm the scale of the human trafficking business whereby Myanmar women are sold to so-called “leftover men” in China who fail to find a mate at home.
Asean freeze remains despite Myanmar FM talks – Thailand
Source: The Manila Times | By Agence France-Presse
“These meetings represent an important step toward the gradual and principled engagement with Myanmar,” said Maratee Nalita Andamo, a deputy spokesman for the Thai foreign ministry.
Thailand To Host Informal ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meetings On Myanmar
Source: ASEAN.Bernama | By Kenny Teng
Thailand will host two informal meetings of ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ on Myanmar in the Thai capital on Sunday, as the regional bloc steps up efforts to engage with Myanmar more effectively.
Myanmar’s Pro-democracy Revolution Weakens Five Years On
Source: BARRON’S | By Agence France Presse
“The revolution has now become long term,” said one section commander of the pro-democracy People’s Defence Force (PDF) at a secret training base in Sagaing.
Resistance Rejects Regime’s Claim of Control Over India Trade Route
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Myo Pyae
The announcement came a month after coup leader turned president Min Aung Hlaing vowed to reopen the strategic trade corridor during his trip to India.
Myanmar Military Suffers ‘Heavy Losses’ in Karen Border Offensive
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Phoe Tar
“Regime forces suffered major casualties yesterday [Thursday], but they are still coming today,” a resistance fighter told The Irrawaddy at around noon Friday.
China calls for joint Thailand-Myanmar probe into Mekong pollution
Source: Thai PBS World
A spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy in Bangkok said in a post on the embassy’s Facebook page that China supports both countries in strengthening communication and coordination and expediting a joint investigation so that the issue can be addressed as soon as possible.
Kim Aris calls on France for support in his campaign to free his mother, Aung San Suu Kyi
Source: Mizzima
Kim Aris has called on France for support in his campaign to free his mother, Aung San Suu Kyi, and his reiteration for “proof of life”.
Bangladesh relocates refugees after landslide kills at least 5 children
Source: Associated Press
A teacher at the Islamic school described the scene from the landslide as chaotic, saying girls at the school were preparing for lessons when part of the building collapsed.
Activists escalate protests at Chinese Embassy in Bangkok over Myanmar mining runoff
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
Environmental defenders and civil society networks converged on the Chinese Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand, on Wednesday to demand immediate accountability from Beijing for toxic transboundary pollution destroying northern Thailand’s waterways.
Junta Troops Ambush and Shoot Civilians Along Thanbyuzayat-Anankwin Road
Source: Independent Mon News Agency
According to a resident living along the road, on the night of June 30, a 30-year-old Karen youth from Htee Kha lae village, was returning from a plantation was shot and killed without being stopped or questioned by junta troops.
Around 30 Civilians, Including Children, Abducted by Junta-Aligned Militia in Myanmar’s Kachin State
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
Around 30 people, including young children, were abducted after members of a military junta-aligned militia raided a church compound run by the Kachin Baptist Convention (KBC) in Sarhmaw village, located in Kachin State’s Mogaung Township.
Displaced Persons from Khampat Struggle with Healthcare and Livelihoods in Myanmar’s Kale Town
Source: Burma News International | By Khonumthung News
Many are falling ill as they adapt to drastic weather changes amid the ongoing monsoon season.
Suspected Chinese Telecom Scam Operators Move into Southern Shan State’s Mongnai
Source: Burma News International | By Shan Herald Agency News
Residents of Mongnai Township in southern Shan State have raised alarms following the recent arrival of a group of Chinese nationals suspected of operating notorious telecom scam networks, locally referred to as Zhapian.
Heavy rains deepen livelihood crisis for Arakan IDPs
Source: Development Media Group
Internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Arakan State are facing worsening hardships related to shelter, food and healthcare as heavy monsoon rains have battered the region for about a week
Putschist President Announces 43 Changes to Myanmar’s Constitution
Source: The Irrawaddy
The parliament—dominated by the military’s proxy Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP)—formally recorded receipt of the message but did not disclose the draft amendments or when they would be debated.
Myanmar Regime’s Foreign Minister to Attend Informal ASEAN Meet
Source: The Irrawaddy
Speaking in the military-controlled Union Parliament, Tin Maung Swe announced he will lead Myanmar’s delegation to the meeting, which reportedly takes place in Bangkok on Sunday.
Norwegian Jørn Andersen appointed Myanmar national team coach amid civil war
Source: Sweden Herald | By TT News Agency
Far from the World Cup spotlight, a Norwegian has been appointed national team coach. It is former North Korea coach Jørn Andersen who has been given a new assignment – in the military dictatorship of Myanmar.
Nearly 900 Karenni Civilians Killed by Myanmar Regime Since 2021
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Myo Pyae
PKPF said 878 civilians including internally displaced people (IDPs) were killed by the military regime in Myanmar’s smallest state in the eastern part of the country between Feb. 1, 2021 and June 30 this year.
India, Myanmar Reaffirm Security Cooperation At 23rd National Level Meeting In New Delhi
Source: The Times India | By Nikhil Singh / News18
Both delegations emphasized a shared commitment to strengthening defense mechanisms against a wide spectrum of organized and transnational networks.
Govt pursuing all-out diplomatic efforts to resolve Rohingya crisis: PM
Source: United News of Bangladesh
Tarique also reiterated his government’s commitment to the safe, voluntary and sustainable repatriation of the displaced people to Myanmar.
Family members of military loyalists, and government excluded from conscription
Source: The Human Rights Foundation of Monland
“The law is in their hands so they can do as they like. Everyone knows those who are close to the military are free from conscription,” said a mother from Kyikemayaw whose son just received a letter.
Myanmar regime blocks over 1,000 migrant workers from departing for jobs overseas
Source: Burma News International | By Shan Herald Agency for News
According to workers who spoke to DVB, officials are currently demanding bribes ranging from 3 million MMK ($700 USD) up to 10 million MMK ($2,336 USD) to facilitate their departure.
Land Prices Surge in Kalaw as Mining Boom
Source: Burma News International | By Shan Herald Agency for News
Residents said Chinese companies, along with small-scale private miners arriving from different parts of Myanmar, are scrambling to purchase land plots in Bawhseng and surrounding areas for mining operations
Sections of Tigyaing–Katha Road Destroyed by Backhoes, Disrupting Mandalay–Myitkyina Travel
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
A local told KNG that at least three separate sections of the road were intentionally destroyed