TNLA ABOUT-FACE: Survival Strategy or Political Betrayal?

by Admin | Apr 17, 2026 | Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy

Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By Sai Wansai Everybody is startled by the announcement because a group long associated with armed resistance to military rule now appeared to accept the political outcome of the coup. Read Full Story

Rohingya group blames ‘global failure’ after refugee boat sinks in Andaman Sea

by Admin | Apr 17, 2026 | Daily News, Politics/Policy

Source: Anadolu Ajans | By SM Najmus Sakib Arakan Rohingya National Council (ARNC) expresses dismay over boat sinking, seeks immediate global action Read Full Story

Myanmar’s Embarrassing—but Useful—New President, Thingyan Cheer, and More

by Admin | Apr 17, 2026 | Daily News, Politics/Policy

Source: The Irrawaddy The Chinese Embassy put on a show this Thingyan. On Facebook, it posted a video of embassy staff in traditional Myanmar dress swaying to a festival anthem. Read Full Story

United Nations refuses to recognize Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing as president in updated diplomatic list

by Admin | Apr 16, 2026 | Daily News, Politics/Policy

Source: Mizzima In an updated list of heads of state and foreign ministers released by the UN Department of General Assembly and Conference Management (DGACM) on 13 April, the global body reaffirmed its recognition of the pre-coup leadership. Read Full...

In Myanmar Under Min Aung Hlaing, China Is Back With a Vengeance

by Admin | Apr 16, 2026 | Daily News, Politics/Policy

Source: The Irrawaddy | By Bertil Lintner It is enough to look at a map of Asia to realize how strategically important Myanmar is to Beijing, and why China has a vested interest in exercising influence over its weak southern neighbor.  Read Full...

TNLA Faces Myanmar Backlash After Congratulating Min Aung Hlaing on Presidency

by Admin | Apr 16, 2026 | Daily News, Politics/Policy

Source: The Irrawaddy The Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) drew widespread condemnation on Wednesday after becoming the first member of the ethnic Brotherhood Alliance to formally congratulate Min Aung Hlaing on his presidency. Read Full...