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Thailand urges ‘calibrated re-engagement’ with post-election Myanmar
Source: Thai Public Broadcasting Service | By Thai PBS World
Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow today called for a “calibrated re-engagement” with Myanmar’s military leadership, arguing that the regional peace plan must adapt to a new political reality following the country’s recent elections.
Resistance groups unify under new alliance in Chin State
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
Salai Yaw Man, the former Chin Brotherhood spokesperson, told DVB that he’s now a part of the newly-formed Chin People’s Army (CPA), which announced its formation after the unification of four Chin Defense Force (CDF) units in southern Chin State on Jan. 12.
Over 2,500 POWs, Defectors, and Surrenders Recorded in 2025
Source: Independent Mon News Agency | By monnews
Among those who became prisoners of war, defected, or surrendered, 961 were soldiers, most of whom were newly recruited troops who had recently completed—or were undergoing—military training.
Bangladesh Condemns Myanmar’s Portrayal of Rohingya at ICJ Genocide Hearings
Source: Burma News International | By Kaladan Press
The ministry said the terminology was intended to portray the Rohingya as illegal immigrants and security threats, rather than as an indigenous ethnic community of Myanmar.
Thai Army returns 68 escapees from Karenni resistance-run prison to Myanmar military
Source: Burma News International | By Mizzima
According to the Karenni State Interim Executive Council (IEC), the escapees included high-profile prisoners of war (POWs), among them a middle-ranking junta officer holding the rank of major.
Arakan at the Crossroads of Armed Revolution and Party Politics
Source: Development Media Group | By Moe Pauk
A former 88 Generation Arakan student leader concluded: “2026 will be a year of momentum toward the complete removal of the junta from Arakan.
Medicine Shortages Worsen in Southern Shan State Following Import Ban
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
Southern Shan State is facing a growing medicine shortage after nearly five months of import restrictions disrupted supply chains and pushed prices sharply higher, residents and healthcare workers say.
Tactical failures worsen explosive ordnance risks for civilians
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
Haphazard landmine use and explosive ordnance failures by conflict actors in Myanmar are further endangering civilians, in some cases because of a lack of knowledge about professional military practices.
Junta’s Poll Stacks New Parliament With Generals, Cronies and Loyalists
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi
The incoming legislature will be stacked with retired generals. Among them are ultranationalists, hate‑speech promoters, pro-junta militia patrons, military officers who oversaw bloody crackdowns on anti-coup protesters.
After marathon hearings, world court faces genocide question over Myanmar
Source: Courthouse News Service | By Eunseo Hong
After weeks of testimony and argument, judges at the International Court of Justice wrapped up hearings in a case that asks one of international law’s hardest questions: Did Myanmar’s treatment of the Rohingya amount to genocide?
New glove, same fist: Myanmar vote ensures military’s grip
Source: France 24 | By Agence France-Presse
The colour of the winning party in Myanmar’s junta-run election is the same green as a general’s uniform, its staff are retired senior officers, and most expect it to march in lockstep with the military.
‘No consensus for now’ within ASEAN to recognise Myanmar election, says grouping’s chair
Source: Bangkok Post
Minister’s comment signals possible softening of stand after widely criticised election
Thailand backs ‘calibrated engagement’ with Myanmar government
Source: Bangkok Post
Minister’s comment signals possible softening of stand after widely criticised election
ASEAN does not recognize military-ruled Myanmar’s elections, top Philippine diplomat says
Source: Associated Press | By JIM GOMEZ and JOEAL CALUPITAN
The Philippine foreign secretary says the Association of Southeast Asian Nations does not recognize the recently held elections in Myanmar, the first since the army seized power in 2021
ASEAN Has No Consensus On Myanmar Election Results – Lazaro
Source: ASEAN.BERNAMA.com | By Linda Khoo
ASEAN has not reached a consensus on endorsing the results of Myanmar’s elections, Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro said on Thursday.
China executes 11 gang members from northern Myanmar telecom fraud rings
Source: China Global Television Network
The gangs also intentionally murdered, assaulted and illegally detained people involved in fraud, resulting in the deaths of 14 Chinese citizens and causing injuries to others.
Exiled: Myanmar’s Resistance to Junta Rule Flourishes Abroad
Source: Inter Press Service | By Guy Dinmore
From construction and hotel workers to kitchen and restaurant staff—estimates of the numbers of Myanmar migrants living in Thailand range up to six million, with a surge of new arrivals since the 2021 military coup.
Police arrest 3 Chinese suspects hiding in Bangkok after Myanmar scam crackdown
Source: The Nation
The Anti-Cyber Scam Centre coordinated with Myanmar authorities to crack down on grey-business groups and transnational crime.
Thousands Flee Intense Fighting on Old Yangon–Mandalay Road in Bago
Source: The Irrawaddy
People from at least 20 surrounding villages have fled junta raids and daily artillery strikes since resistance groups launched an offensive in early January to coincide with the junta-organized election.
Health Ministry Issues Travel Warning Over Nipah Virus
Source: Independent Mon News Agency | By monnews
The outbreak area, West Bengal, India, is in a neighboring country to Myanmar. In regions where fruit bats—the natural hosts of the virus—are common, transmission has been reported, and disease surveillance activities are ongoing.
Junta detains nearly 400 Muslims in Sittwe
Source: Development Media Group
Those arrested by the junta earlier this month have now been held for nearly a month.
Junta Resumes Population Census in Lashio as Dual Armed Groups Intensify Forced Recruitment
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
Since January 21, ward administrators in junta-controlled areas have been conducting door-to-door census checks, prompting widespread anxiety among residents who fear the lists will be used for forced recruitment.
KIO to prioritize environmental safeguards in rare-earth mining
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
The Kachin Independence Organization (KIO) said it has reached agreements with Chinese mining companies to explore ways to minimize environmental damage from rare-earth mining in Chipwi and Pang War towns under its control.
ASEAN’s top diplomats under pressure to end Myanmar war and finalize South China Sea pact
Source: ABC News | By JIM GOMEZ Associated Press
Southeast Asia’s top diplomats met Wednesday under growing pressure to push a peace plan that has so far failed to end Myanmar’s civil war, and to beat a deadline to conclude talks on a nonaggression pact with China this year.
Aung Myo Min Din: From Modest Beginnings to Prominent Hotelier
Source: The Irrawaddy
From tour guide to tycoon, Aung Myo Min Din’s rise tracks Myanmar’s early 2000s tourism boom—and the military ties, land seizures and controversies that followed.