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The 3Ps’ Responsibility, Accountability, and Reform – Issue 165
Source: Burma News International
This week’s Bi-Weekly News Review by Burma News International (BNI) and Myanmar Peace Monitor (MPM) highlights the events and data surrounding the responsibility, accountability, and necessary reforms to address the mess created by the 3Ps during the Spring Revolution
Bi-Weekly News Review | Burma News International (BNI) and Myanmar Peace Monitor (MPM)
Right now, whether it’s in Shan armed resistance groups or in politics, there’s division among them. They can’t reconcile with each other.
Source: Myanmar Peace Monitor
Interview with Ying Mwe Lyan, a steering committee member of the Tai Students’ Union (TSU), on Shan youth involvement in the Spring Revolution and their views on Shan political leaders
Interview | Ying Mwe Lyan, steering committee member of the Tai Students’ Union
Chinese Mercenaries Arrive in Kyaukphyu as Combat Escalates
Source: Narinjara News
Chinese mercenaries are said to have reached Kyaukphyu following fierce clashes in the region, known for its Chinese-backed projects.
By Thinzar Nwe, Narinjara News
Junta Trains Paramotor Pilots
Source: Burma News International
Junta Trains Paramotor PilotsThe junta has been carrying out paramotor training flights from its Light Infantry Battalion (LIB) 309 base in Katha Town, Sagaing Region, since the second week of March 2025.
By Kachin News Group
Dalai Lama says his successor will be born in ‘free world,’ outside China
Source: Radio Free Asia
Beijing insists the selection of his successor must follow Chinese law, asserting its authority over Tibetan Buddhism and rejecting any succession outside its control.
By Taejun Kang for RFA
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus, along with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, is scheduled to visit the Rohingya camp in Cox’s Bazar on March 14.
Source: The Nation
“Every Ramadan, I undertake a solidarity visit and fast with a Muslim community around the globe. These missions remind the world of the true face of Islam,” Guterres said in his message.
By The Nation
Myanmar LGBTQ+ activist laid to rest in Mae Sot, Thailand
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma
“She participated in the [Myanmar] revolution by giving donations to resistance forces. She also wrote about politics and advocated for the LGBTQ+ community [on social media],” her friend told DVB on the condition of anonymity.
By English Editor | Democratic Voice of Burma
Arakan Army Threatens Myanmar Junta Naval Base at Sittwe
Source: Irrawaddy
The Arakan Army (AA) has advanced towards the Rakhine State capital, Sittwe, including an attack on a junta naval base 4km north of the city, according to the Rakhine media.
By Irrawaddy
Myanmar Junta Troops Blaze Trail of Destruction on Magwe-Sagaing Border
Source: Irrawaddy
There have been clashes as troops are trying to enter Myaung,” he said. “Apart from air and naval support, they have been firing howitzers from Yesagyo and Myingyan.
By Irrawaddy
Dhaka considers assisting UN-led humanitarian assistance in Rakhine
Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
Foreign affairs adviser Md Touhid Hossain has said Bangladesh is positively considering assisting an UN-led humanitarian assistance programme in Rakhine state in the face of impending famine
By Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
Myanmar Junta Boss Returns to China’s Embrace After Russia Trip
Source: Irrawaddy
The embattled regime leader met with Deng Xijun in Naypyitaw to discuss China’s support for the junta’s planned election, their joint crackdown on cyber scams, and border trade, according to junta media.
By Irrawaddy
What We Know About the Myanmar Junta’s Promise of Elections
Source: BARRON’s
Here is what we know so far: Junta chief General Min Aung Hlaing announced the dates on Friday during a state visit to Belarus.
By Agence France Presse
Will Trump Seek to Engage With the Myanmar Junta?
By Irrawaddy
The argument could be that isolating and condemning the SAC will only push the Myanmar military further into the clutches of China—which was a commonly heard point of view among some US policy makers
By Bertil LINTNER
Fearing extinction, this Korean county is looking to attract Myanmar refugees
Source: The Korea Herald
Yeongyang in North Gyeongsang Province, which has one of the smallest populations of any Korean district, seeks to reverse decline
By Shin Ji-hye
Everywhere is temporary as frequent air raids keep Myanmar’s displaced on the move
Source: bne IntelliNews
“The first are those who flee fighting in or near their villages. The second group is made up of people forced to leave because of aerial attacks. These civilians are targeted even when no ground fighting occurs.
By Yan Naing Aung
Myanmar Junta’s Farcical Plans for Elections
Source: Human Rights Watch
Governments Should Reject Requests for Technical Support
Dispatch | Bryony Lau, Deputy Asia Director | Human Right Watch
Armed militants terrorize Rohingya community in Bangladesh refugee camps
Source: National Public Radio
In Bangladesh’s Rohingya refugee camps, armed militant gangs have been killing members of their community for years. Rights groups say their targets include anyone who refuses to join them.
Interview | Shamim Chowdhury
Challenges and Priorities for Myanmar’s Conflicted Economy
Source: FULCRUM
Myanmar’s economy in 2024 continued to struggle with slow growth, high inflation, increasing poverty, and declining real wages.
By Jared Bissinge, Research Lead at Catalyst Economics
Arakan Army seizes $3 million in assets from prominent businessperson in Rakhine State
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma
Sources close to the Arakan Army (AA) told DVB that it has sealed homes and confiscated properties belonging to Kyauk Taung, a prominent businessperson in Arakan State, on allegations of collaborating with the regime.
By English Editor | Democratic Voice of Burma
US Aid Cuts Affect Karenni Refugee Camp Clinics
Source: Burma News International
Naw Ku Paw, the Director of the Karenni Health Department (KnHD) explained how the recent sudden cuts to USAid have affected the provision of aid to No. 1 and No. 2 Karenni Refugee Camps in Thailand’s Mae Hong Son Province
By Kantarawaddy Times
Bago Rising: Emergence of Third Front Threatens Junta’s Hold on Myanmar
Source: Irrawaddy
People’s Defense Force (PDF) battalions have been formed across four districts: Taungoo and Bago in the east, and Pyay and Tharrawaddy in the west.
By Aye Chan Hsu], political and military analyst.
PDF: Almost 50 Myanmar Junta Troops Killed in Mandalay
Source: Irrawaddy
Natogyi People’s Defense Force (PDF) claimed it killed nearly 50 regime troops and detained 14 others in Natogyi Township, Mandalay Region, on Sunday morning
By Irrawaddy
Foreigners entering Myanmar via Mizoram to train rebels: CM
Source: The Times India
Foreigners, including those from the US and the UK, are crossing into Myanmar via Mizoram to impart arms training to insurgents there, CM Lalduhoma informed Mizoram assembly on Monday.
By HC Vanlalruata | The Times of India
EU in Myanmar: Drop the ‘Fast & Furious’ Spectacle and Take a Stand
Source: Irrawaddy
What does the popcorn blockbuster movie series “Fast & Furious” have in common with the Delegation of the European Union to Myanmar? Nothing, one would think.
By Htet Shein is a humanitarian worker based in Myanmar.
Myanmar Junta Arrests 7 for Aiding Civil Disobedience Doctor
Source: Irrawaddy
The junta has arrested seven people, including three officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for aiding and abetting a junior doctor who joined the nationwide Civil Disobedience Movement.
By Irrawaddy