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Opinion Papers
Council formed to tackle cross-border smog crisis
Source: Burma News International | By Karen Information Center
Paul Sein Twa, director of the Karen Environmental and Social Action Network (KESAN) and chairman of the Salween Peace Park, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with civil society organizations in Thailand and Laos on January 20.
Hindus express hope for educational reform under AA administration
Source: Development Media Group
Due to long-standing limited access to education and general knowledge, the Hindu community has faced a shortage of opportunities, contributing to socio-economic decline.
When Prisoners Are Bombed, the War Has No Rules Left
Source: Development Media Group | By Aung Marm Oo
In most wars, there are lines that even amid brutality are understood not to be crossed. Prisoners of war, their families, clinics, and detention facilities are supposed to be among them.
Myanmar junta amends private health service law to ban political and religious teaching in medical schools
Source: Mizzima
One provision states that private medical training schools must ensure they do not teach party political subjects unrelated to the approved curriculum, religious subjects, or subjects considered incompatible with Myanmar culture.
Myanmar’s NUG Faces Staff Revolt After Dismissing Corruption Complaints
Source: The Irrawaddy
Myanmar’s parallel National Unity Government (NUG) is facing a backlash from staff after dismissing complaints of corruption and power abuse levelled against Daw Kyi Pyar, Prime Minister’s Office Permanent Secretary, and her husband.