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Opinion Papers
Myanmar Regime Ratchets Up Atrocities Against Civilians in Heartland
Source: The Irrawaddy
The military regime has escalated aerial bombardments of civilians and other atrocities across resistance-held territory in the Bamar heartland amid a 100-day ultimatum for opposition forces to surrender.
Govt forms new nat’l committee to coordinate Rohingya issues
Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
The government has formed a national committee to coordinate and manage overall activities, including controlling law and order, of the forcibly displaced Myanmar nationals in the camp areas of Bangladesh.
European Union launches new programme to support sustainable solutions for Myanmar displaced persons in Thailand
Source: Delegation of the European Union to Thailand | Press Release
The European Union (EU) has launched a new programme titled “Supporting Thailand’s Transition to Self-Reliance & Inclusion: Preparing Myanmar Displaced Persons for Inclusive Future”, with a total financial support of EUR 15 million (approx. THB 570 million).
Thailand seeks new chapter with Myanmar on peace, border cooperation, ASEAN
Source: Thai Public Broadcasting Service | By Thai PBS World
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow on Wednesday outlined three key objectives for his official visit to Myanmar, focusing on peace efforts, border cooperation, and renewed regional engagement.
Myanmar rebels reject president’s 100-day peace talks offer
Source: Bangkok Post | By Reuters
Saw Taw Nee, a spokesperson for the KNU, dismissed the government proposal. “The KNU has already withdrawn from the NCA since the 2021 coup. We have no plans to return to negotiations or follow the NCA path,” he said.