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MNDAA: The Key Player to Resuming Myanmar-China Border Trade
Source: ISP-Myanmar | Political Economy Tracker
The MNDAA now controls the largest number of Myanmar–China border trade gates and routes in northern Shan State.
Thailand briefs ASEAN partners on Cambodia and Myanmar issues
Source: The Nation
Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Minister of Foreign Affairs, held bilateral talks with Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro, the Philippines’ Secretary of Foreign Affairs, and Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, Singapore’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, during the 25th ASEAN-EU Ministerial Meeting (AEMM)
Chinese tourists arrested for gold shop robbery
Source: Bangkok Post | By Prasit Tangprasert
Zou and Song told investigators they were lured online with offers to travel to Thailand to provide drone maintenance.
Rare earth mining is poisoning Mekong River tributaries, threatening ‘the world’s kitchen’
Source: Associated Press | By Anton L. Delgado, Aniruddha Ghosal
Rising demand for rare earth materials is driving an unregulated mining boom centered in war-torn Myanmar, to the west, that is spreading to Laos, in the east.
Only a few of 32 detained by junta in Hpakant released
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
On April 21, junta troops simultaneously raided Mai Hospital and Uyusut Guesthouse in Lone Khin Village, Hpakant Township, and detained a total of 32 people, including a doctor and other health workers.
Yangon youth gripped by fear as recruitment arrests intensify
Source: Development Media Group
Residents reported that administrative members, police, and junta soldiers are collaborating to conduct overnight guest list checks and are increasingly entering homes to make arrests.
Chin resistance vows counter-offensive as Myanmar military pushes toward Hakha after recapturing Falam
Source: Mizzima
Intense clashes between the Myanmar military and Chin resistance forces continued Monday along the strategic Falam–Hakha corridor, as junta troops attempted to consolidate their hold on the region following the recapture of Falam town.
Drought, Deforestation Worsen Conditions at Myanmar’s Inle Lake
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
The worsening drought is affecting transport, access to drinking water, and livelihoods across communities that depend on the lake, raising concerns over long-term environmental damage and food security.
Mining Returns to Ywangan, Prompting Fears Over Land and Water
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
Public land between Kyauk Pi Zat Village and Koe Suu Village in Ywangan Township is being fenced off as preparations begin to restart mining operations, according to local residents.
Two Dead, Three Return: Ywangan Families Count Cost of Conscription
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
The law has since enabled large-scale recruitment through a combination of lotteries, forced enlistment, and arrests.
Myanmar Regime Plans Buddhist Spectacle as Min Aung Hlaing Seeks to Project Piety
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi
Min Aung Hlaing is preparing a grand celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Sixth Buddhist Council, using religion to burnish his image as a “pious national leader” even as his forces intensify airstrikes and military campaigns nationwide.
Russian, Thai Officials Visit Myanmar for Trade, Investment Talks
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi
With Western governments maintaining sanctions and withholding recognition, Min Aung Hlaing’s regime turned to Russia and Thailand this week, hosting back‑to‑back meetings in Naypyitaw to discuss trade and investment cooperation.
Meta beats hate speech suit over role in Myanmar genocide
Source: Courthouse News Service | By Monique Merrill
While the court affirmed dismissal, the Ninth Circuit panel cautioned about the scope of the liability immunization afforded to internet companies under its own precedent.
Police expand birth certificates probe
Source: Bangkok Post | By Prasit Tangprasert
The Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA), working with police, later found irregularities in at least 27 registrations, most involving Chinese nationals. Some cases also involved mothers from Myanmar.
16th Khumi National Day Celebrated with Grandeur in Arakan
Source: Global Arakan Network
The celebration commenced with vibrant traditional Khumi dances. Speakers highlighted the historical significance of Khumi National Day and emphasized the vital need to preserve their unique history and cultural identity
Myanmar writer U Tin Nyunt and three others, including his son, reportedly arrested
Source: Asia News Network | By Eleven Media
The reason for the arrest is said to be because of three books: Dog Training, I Taught Generals, and U Than Shwe’s Travels, which his son published.
Entire Village Displaced by Junta Attacks, Urgent Aid Needed
Source: Kantarawaddy Times
A village along the Shan–Karenni border has been completely displaced after attacks by the military junta using heavy weapons and drone strikes starting on April 23, and is in need of assistance.
MNDAA agrees not to interfere in KIO administration in Namhpatkar
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
In Namhpatkar town in Kutkai Township, northern Shan State, the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) has agreed not to interfere with the Kachin Independence Organization’s (KIO) administrative machinery.
Ammunition shortages drive loss of resistance-held towns
Source: Development Media Group
The Myanmar military is intensifying counteroffensives to reclaim territories captured by revolutionary forces across the country, using large troop deployments, heavy weaponry, and increased aerial support.
Mizzima and Radio Taiwan International sign MoU to collaborate on Myanmar and Taiwan news
Source: Mizzima
Mizzima and Radio Taiwan International (Rti) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) 27 April to collaborate on editorial content, mutual support in expert exchange, and institutional collaboration.
A 358,000-acre indigenous stewardship territory declared by Karen communities in Kawthoolei
Source: Mizzima
Indigenous Karen communities in the Pawklo River Basin declared the formal establishment of the Pawklo Indigenous Stewardship Territory (PIST) in Tanintharyi Region on 26 April.
Myanmar refugees say aid pledges have yet to improve conditions in Thai camps
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
“There are new donors which have already been confirmed, but we haven’t seen any noticeable changes yet,” a health worker at Umpiem Mai camp
KIO warns military tensions in Kachin State could worsen
Source: Burma News International | By Network Media Group
KIO spokesperson Colonel Naw Bu said the public should be prepared for a possible escalation of military tensions in Kachin State following changes in the Myanmar military’s top leadership, including the commander-in-chief.
Myanmar Military Tightens Blockade on Rakhine After Seizing Magwe Junction
Source: The Irrawaddy
Myanmar’s military has retaken a resistance-held village at a junction linking Magwe Region and Chin State, blocking a key trade route to Rakhine State where hunger has reached critical levels, according to local sources.
Regime Forces Advance Toward Resistance-Held Indaw in Sagaing Offensive
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Myo Pyae
Myanmar regime forces conducting a counteroffensive in Sagaing Region on Tuesday advanced to within 10 miles (16 km) of Indaw town, which has been under resistance control since last year, according to local sources.